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Bangkok is a crazy city that you will either love or loathe. It’s busy, colourful, vibrant, traditional, modern, exciting and surprising. Easy to get around, you can walk, catch a water taxi, ride the MRT Subway or BTS Skytrain or take a leisurely ride along the Chao Phraya River and through the charming canals on a traditional long-tail boat. To experience the grandeur and glory of Bangkok’s culture and history, explore its temples and palaces – the best of which can be found in Bangkok’s Old City. The dazzling Grand Palace is Bangkok’s most famous landmark and a must-see while in Bangkok. Built in 1782, its architecture is intricate and spectacular and Wat Prakaew were built in 1782

Home to some of the biggest and best department stores, street markets and shopping malls in Asia where you can buy authentic goods, fake goods, local handicraft, electrical and everything in between. For bargain hunters, visit MBK; for up-to-date fashion, you’ll need all day at the massive CentralWorld or wander around the funky shops of Siam Square; for upscale and sophisticated shop at Emporium or Siam Paragon and if copy-fashion and souvenirs are what you’re after, Khao San Road, Patpong Markets or Chatuchak Weekend Markets. For a unique shopping trip, see one of the many delightful and photogenic floating markets in Bangkok; with Damnoen the most popular with tourists, you’ll find more authentic and less-crowded ones at Amphawa and Khlong Lat Mayom.

When the sun sets, it’s time to explore Bangkok by night. Hectic, hedonistic and lively – it’s sure to impress. Stroll down Bangkok’s backpacking mecca of Khao San Road for night markets, night clubs, restaurants and bars. Eat from local streets stalls where you will find everything from deep-fried bugs to mouth-watering Pad Thai. For all night dance clubs, visit Royal City Avenue or for something a little more sophisticated, grab a drink or a meal at the Sky Bar Rooftop at Lebua or Vertigo at the Banyan Tree Hotel.