More than anywhere else in the country, Bangkok expresses Thailand’s special ability to blend the old with the new. Bangkok is a cultural phenomenon, shopping heaven and tourist treasurefor everyone who visits.
Its influence in the arts, politics, fashion, education, entertainment as well as being the business, financial and cultural center of Asia has given Bangkok the status of a global city.
The city’s mix of Thai, Chinese, Indian, Buddhist, Muslim and Western cultures combined with the driving force of the Thai economy makes it increasingly attractive to foreigners both for business and pleasure and has made the city one of the world’s top tourist destinations.
For those who would like to extend their stay, Thailand offers ancient historical sites, attractive beaches and islands, as well as the distinctive North of Thailand, with destinations such as ChiangMai, Chiang Rai and Mae Hong Son.