Bangkok

Bangkok is Thailand's pulsating capital — golden temples, floating markets, legendary street food, and a nightlife scene unlike anywhere else on earth.

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Population: 5,104,476
Timezone: Asia/Bangkok
Nearest airport: DMK

Guide to Bangkok

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Top attractions

Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)

One of Bangkok's most iconic landmarks, this Buddhist temple adorned with colourful porcelain and glass mosaics stands on the bank of the Chao Phraya River and glows magnificently at sunset.

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Landmarks & places

Grand PalaceWat Phra KaewWat ArunKhaosan RoadBangkok National MuseumLumphini ParkChatuchak Weekend MarketDemocracy MonumentVimanmek MansionVictory MonumentChatuchak ParkJim Thompson HouseThe Museum of SiamHoly Rosary Church

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