Bangkok is the largest city in Thailand and is the country´s capital. It has a tropical feel thanks to the high humidity, and an exciting fast pace due to the large population.
Getting around is easy in the downtown area on the Bangkok Skytrain, with the Metro serving areas further out. Taxi, boat, bus and tuk-tuk area also available. Many locals ride scooters, but be warned – crashes are common and often devastating.

The main tourist attractions are located in the Old City. The Royal residences at The Grand Palace and Wat Arun – The Temple of Dawn – are the most popular sights, though there is no shortage of temples and palaces in the city. The Bangkok Butterfly Garden and Insectarium and Bangkok Dolls & Museum are also popular. Several race courses hold weekly horse races and the Chatuchak Weekend Market sells everything from antiques and crafts to livestock and cars. Two Night Markets also lure tourists with cheap food, discounted counterfeit goods, and kitschy souvenirs.

The local Thai cuisine is available at restaurants, markets and from street vendors. Phad Thai, curry, and satay are common, along with more adventurous offerings like fresh and fried insects and worms. Bangkok is also known for its “red light” entertainment and seedy clubs that are thin covers for prostitution centers. They are mostly aimed at tourists and some companies will even offer guided tours.

Links –
Skytrain - http://bangkok.sawadee.com/skytrain.htm
Metro - http://bangkok.sawadee.com/mrta.htm
Grand Palace - http://www.palaces.thai.net/gp/index.htm
Wat Arun - http://www.watarun.org/index_en.html
Dolls - http://www.bangkokdolls.com/