Description
Cosmopolitan Bangkok blends evocative street markets with glitzy modern malls, Buddhist philosophy with animism, and traditional reserve with lashings of fun. Berlitz Pocket Guide Bangkok is a concise, full-colour travel guide to this vast, frenetic city; small but packed with useful facts, inspiring photography and handy tips to help you uncover the best sights and experiences. It tells you everything you need to know about the city’s main attractions, including the stunning Grand Palace, Wat Pho’s giant reclining Buddha and the famous floating markets, while leading you around all the main districts, from Thonburi to Patpong. Handy maps on the cover flaps help you find your way and are cross-referenced to the text.To inspire you, the book offers a rundown of the 10 top attractions in Bangkok, followed by an itinerary for a Perfect Day in the city. The What to Do chapter is a snapshot of things to do in Bangkok, including shopping, the best nightlife and catching a Muay Thai match. In addition, there are carefully chosen listings of the best hotels and restaurants and an A-Z of all the practical information you’ll need.
