Pictures of Bangkok

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Bangkok’s modern skyline hides an ancient culture expressed through traditional temples and historic monuments, in a city that hums with life.

Bangkok’s modern skyline hides an ancient culture expressed through traditional temples and historic monuments, in a city that hums with life.

Constructed to appease the evil forces at a local construction site, the Erawan Shrine is now a revered local landmark believed to bring peace and prosperity.

Khao San Road epitomises the manic mega-city, attracting tourists and travellers from all over the world with the promise of cheap accommodation and adventure.

Time stands still at the home of James H.W. Thompson, a beautiful example of classical Thai architecture surrounded by landscaped gardens and tropical foliage.

Time stands still at the home of James H.W. Thompson, a beautiful example of classical Thai architecture surrounded by landscaped gardens and tropical foliage.

Combining traditional Thai construction with European design, the royal residence of King Rama V is an architectural delight set in extravagant grounds and gardens.

Combining traditional Thai construction with European design, the royal residence of King Rama V is an architectural delight set in extravagant grounds and gardens.

Street markets and sparkling malls, parks, nightlife districts and museums await at this bustling boulevard, which is one of Thailand’s longest roads.

Time stands still at the home of James H.W. Thompson, a beautiful example of classical Thai architecture surrounded by landscaped gardens and tropical foliage.

Time stands still at the home of James H.W. Thompson, a beautiful example of classical Thai architecture surrounded by landscaped gardens and tropical foliage.

The shaded terrace of the Golden Mount at Wat Saket offers up a sensory feast, with an unparalleled panorama of Bangkok accompanied by the ringing of brass bells.

Book yourself in for an energising treatment at the official school of traditional Thai massage, housed in Bangkok’s oldest temple complex.

The shaded terrace of the Golden Mount at Wat Saket offers up a sensory feast, with an unparalleled panorama of Bangkok accompanied by the ringing of brass bells.

Bangkok’s modern skyline hides an ancient culture expressed through traditional temples and historic monuments, in a city that hums with life.

Constructed to appease the evil forces at a local construction site, the Erawan Shrine is now a revered local landmark believed to bring peace and prosperity.

For a day away from the crowds and traffic, take a cruise to Ko Kret island and immerse yourself in traditional Mon culture.

Named after the Hindu God of Dawn, Wat Arun is a sight to behold both as the sun rises and as it slips below the horizon.

The shaded terrace of the Golden Mount at Wat Saket offers up a sensory feast, with an unparalleled panorama of Bangkok accompanied by the ringing of brass bells.

A series of sparkling golden rooftops crown the Grand Palace, which reigns supreme along the banks of the Chao Phraya River.

Bangkok’s modern skyline hides an ancient culture expressed through traditional temples and historic monuments, in a city that hums with life.

The shaded terrace of the Golden Mount at Wat Saket offers up a sensory feast, with an unparalleled panorama of Bangkok accompanied by the ringing of brass bells.

For a day away from the crowds and traffic, take a cruise to Ko Kret island and immerse yourself in traditional Mon culture.

Combining traditional Thai construction with European design, the royal residence of King Rama V is an architectural delight set in extravagant grounds and gardens.