Planning to set your foot for the
first time in Bangkok? Well, then you are in for a treat with a few surprises
to get along. Bangkok is almost everything that you expect from any big
cosmopolitan city across the world. It’s vibrant, colorful, noisy, crowded, and
culturally rich. Also, as you may know it's quite famous for its quirky
nightlife, stunning beaches, awesome shopping and lip smacking food. So yes,
there is quite a lot to forward to if you wish to enjoy a spicy vacation.
However, when you go sightseeing in Bangkok,
like any other place, you need to be aware and well prepared for all kind of
surprises that may come your way if you wish to make the most out of your
vacation.
So, let's take a tour of the city
highlights and know a little about the city before you land here.
#It's
Hot Out Here
The climate of Bangkok is tropical
monsoon in nature which means it's pretty hot and humid out here almost all
year round except from the months of November to February during which the
temperature cools down. Any time else, you’re bound to sweat. So, better get
over it and carry a sunscreen.
#Take
a guided tour to the city
To spare yourself the trouble of
negotiating for everything, taking a guided tour would be wise especially for
the places that are difficult to reach. You can either take a taxi when you
choose to travel solo and for a well rounded sightseeing of the city a tour
would be the best option.
Book yourself with a good Thailand travel agency if
you wish the sightseeing tour in Bangkok to find a hassle free experience. We
came across this Pleasure Holiday Tour
that can offer you some of the best sightseeing trips around the city
with good deals and packages.
#Lip
Smacking Street Food
The Street food out here is the best
and yet cheap. Every night, food vendors have these pop up restaurants that
offer great authentic food. It's spicy and flavorsome. Steer clear away from
some dishes that might not suit your palate. Must try dishes are Phat Thai, i.e.,
thin rice noodles stir fried with tofu, egg and shrimp. Tom Yam, also known as
Sour thai soup is to die for. Don’t drink tap water.
#Terrible
Traffic
Thailand has a scary traffic record
with 80 lives being lost every day that accounts for 2nd highest fatalities in
the world.. Be careful when out on the streets. You might catch sights of monks
on scooters with phones, but that's pretty normal.
#Shopper’s
Paradise
Thailand is the right place for
shopaholics. There are countless malls here where you can shop your heart
out and taste some great food when
you’re tired and hungry at the food courts. For street shopping at its best,
head out to Ladies market, Kowloon, best for the fashion conscious for
cosmetics, clothing, bargain priced sports shoes. Stanley market caters to
Chinese artwork, silk and collectibles if you wish to get souvenirs for your
friends.
#Beware
Of Scammers
Scammers are all round Bangkok.
Don't go for phrases in the market such as “huge sale ending today”. Tuk tuk
drivers are mostly into it with a developing network everywhere. They will say
the temple is closed today for few hours and will suggest you to take elsewhere
where they get their commission. So, take another tuk tuk or a taxi instead.
#Show
respect For Their Culture
Do show respect for their royal
family and Buddhism. The country has severe laws when it comes to disrespecting
their religion. Avoid touching someone with your feet or patting someone on
their head as these actions are considered rude. Thai people consider feet to
be dirty and low and head to be the clean and pure.
Thai folks are usually friendly to
talk to and learning a few phrases to greet them or bid them farewell would do
you good. Staying calm and speaking softly will give you greater results than
being rude and confrontational.
Have a good trip!
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