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Located at the heart of mainland Southeast Asia you will find, Thailand (meaning, Land of the Free).
A tropical country of mountains, forests, rivers, and beautiful coastlines. Average temperatures range from 23°C to 34°C. It’s one of the most… magical places in the world. With its famous serene beaches like Maya Bay in the Phi Phi Islands or its buzzing cities, like Bangkok with never-ending opportunities, there is something for everyone to love and enjoy in Thailand.
Bangkok is the capital of Thailand. Bangkok translates to ‘Krung Thep’ for short in Thai, its translated meaning is “City of angels, the great city of immortals, the magnificent city of the nine gems, the seat of the king, city of royal palaces, home of gods incarnate, erected by Vishvakarman at Indra’s behest”.
It is a city that never sleeps, with twinkling lights everywhere you look, and the smell of aromatic freshly cooked Thai food – either in Michelin Star restaurants or the local street food vendors (most operating 24 hours).
The bustling districts are filled with excitement and you see something new every day.
It is one of the most accessible cities in the world, with the BTS Skytrain, MRT, Bus service, Taxis, Mopeds, River Taxis, and the world-famous TukTuks. You can be sure that you will never struggle to find a method of transportation to get around and make the most of your trip.
In contrast to the towering skyscrapers, there is a deep history of Thailand that resides in Bangkok. Home to some of the world’s most stunning architectural masterpieces, the Temples are second to none, such as Wat Arun Ratchawararam the Temple of Dawn, dating back to the Ayutthaya period and seen as one of the Royal Temples of King Rama II.
If you’re a shopaholic, you can visit one of the many shopping malls Bangkok has to offer. Such as the world-famous Icon Siam or CentralWorld. You can find budget high-street fashion to luxury high-end designers like Chanel. Or, if you want to get a taste of the local culture, you can visit one of the local markets here in Bangkok. Such as the Chatuchak Weekend Market, known for being the largest market in Thailand!
