Bangkok city knows best how to host its visitor and this is the biggest reason behind rising tourism in Bangkok. City welcomes everyone with such amazing and unique things that amuse person of all taste. Looking for a vacation spot which has gotten some special for you, take flight to Bangkok and enjoy this Asian metropolis. Dearflight provides you an ease of searching and also provides an opportunity to compare the flights to Bangkok. We offer huge discount and great deals on Bangkok Flights from different locations of UK such as London, Manchester, Edinburg and Glasgow etc.Bangkok is hub of global tourism in South-east Asia and heart of Thailand. On your trip to Bangkok we suggest you some handpicked locations and activities for visitor in Bangkok;
Overview of Bangkok, Thailand
Population = 10,773,863 (Oct, 2011)
Conversion Rate:
1 Euro = 42 Thai Baht approx (Oct, 2011)
1 British Pound = 48 Thai Baht approx (Oct, 2011)
Peak Season: February and March
Off Season: July to November
Flight time from few popular locations of UK to Bangkok:
Flight time from London (Heathrow) to Bangkok = 11 hours
Flight time from Manchester to Bangkok = 13 hoursFlight time from Edinburgh to Bangkok = 13 hours
Flight time from Manchester to Bangkok = 13 hoursFlight time from Edinburgh to Bangkok = 13 hours
Flight time from Glasgow to Bangkok = 12.5 hours
Flight time from Dublin to Bangkok = 12 hours
Other information:
Time in Bangkok is 6 hours ahead of London.
Famous Tourist destinations in Thailand except Bangkok are Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Krabi, Phuket and Golden Triangle.
Tourist spots and activities:
Grand Palace
Known for:
· superb craftsmanship
· Splendid architecture
· The best from "city of angels"
Emerald Buddha or Wat Phra Kaeo
Known for:
· Picturesque image of Emerald Buddha
· World’s longest fresco
· Abundant remarkable sculptures
The Reclining Buddha or Wat Pho or Wat Phra Chetuphon
Known for:
· Mammoth reclining Buddha statue
· The oldest and biggest temple in Bangkok
· Thai traditional massage school
The Temple of the Golden Buddha or Wat Traimit
Known for:
· Over 7 centuries old Buddha’s Image
· World’s largest solid image of Buddha
· Statue weighing 5.5 tons and towering about 3-metre
The Marble Temple or Wat Benchamabophit
Known for:
· White carrara Italian marble is used
· Unique combination of modern European and traditional Thai styles
· Replica of Thailand's most beautiful Buddha image and 53 other image styles
Floating Market, Damnoen Saduak
Known for:
· Great sightseeing place
· Vivacious channel packed with small vendor boats give a glimpse of Thai culture
· Unique marketplace
Samphran Elephant Ground & Zoo
Known for:
· Plentiful mesmerizing shows with range of sound effects
· Elephants, the crocodile wrestling and the magic show
Rose Garden Riverside
Known for:
· Thai Village Show
· Peaceful, immaculate Rose garden
· Time-honored Thai dances, ancient sword fights and boxing
Few other attractions in Bangkok:
· Dream World
· Safari World
· Royal Barges Museum
