Anastasia Smith
Getaways in Thailand’s capital city are, without a doubt, effortlessly idyllic but the metropolis’s reputation for hustle and bustle is also one that isn’t littered with falsity, making the city a charming collage of chaos. Come, find your slice of metropolitan charm amidst Bangkok’s beguiling chaos.
In a city as bustling as Bangkok, a moment of peace and quiet isn’t the easiest to come by, yet those looking for a quick nature escape are never left hopeless, for Lumphini Park in the heart of the metropolis is a true oasis of serenity. The waterfront setting made possible by the park’s artificial lake well complements the mind-blowing 57 hectares of lush greenery, inviting everyone in the capital city to relax and unwind in boundless serenity while still in the midst of all the big city chaos.
The crown jewel of the vibrant capital city, The Grand Palace, right in the heart of Bangkok City, is arguably the metropolis’s most popular tourist attraction, and as past visitors to the palace complex would unhesitantly agree, fame is not without reason. Dating back to the late 18th century, the palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam until 1925, which in modern-day Thailand serves as a glimpse into the Southeast Asian nation of centuries past.
Bangkok sure does have more than a few appealing treasures and wonders that characterise the city, among which there’s no shortage of ornate temples whatsoever. Wrapping up your tour of the aforementioned Grand Palace, head south to Rattanakosin Island, where Bangkok’s arguably most popular temple nestles. Wat Pho, better known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha among travellers to Bangkok, basks in the glory of being home to the country’s largest reclining Buddha, among many other things of magnificent colour, splendour and grandeur.
Where towering glass-swathed skyscrapers characterise, Bangkok undoubtedly is a city that’s meant to be admired. As the sun goes down and the azure blue skies slowly fade away, hop aboard a traditional barge and set sail across the unruffled waters on a delightful sunset city cruise. Take in breathtaking city views and retreat to an elegant Riverside Bangkok hotel; your options include Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort.
Shopping for authentic souvenirs and other knick-knacks are all part of the classic holiday experience, and Bangkok is certainly no exception. For a slice of authentic retail therapy, make your way to Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road in Khwaeng Chatuchak, Bangkok, where the eponymous Chatuchak Weekend Market comes to life. With nearly a staggering 15,000 stalls, it is one of the largest outdoor markets in the world.
