After a 9 hour flight from Brisbane we arrived in this unbelievable city. Words could not describe the atmosphere here. It is very humid even though it is now autumn, the traffic is non stop incredible with the persistent tooting of car horns.
Bangkok is the capital of Thailand and probably the most well known city in Thailand.
Everywhere you turn there are people and shops in every available space. Everywhere there are people cooking and selling their foods, some smelling so delicious and some with smells I would rather forget.
I have visited Bangkok a few years ago so this trip is mainly a stop over on the way to other places including a trip to the River Kwai, 5 nights in Chang Mai and 4 nights Pataya.
So while we are here, it is all about the shopping, exploring and eating.
We have visited many shopping malls and of course shopped at the markets which are along the streets and in all the little lanes. One of the grandest malls is Pantip Plaza and that is a story on its own. Pantip Plaza is an indoor IT shopping mall where you can purchase counterfeit software and genuine knockoff dvds.
Getting around is easy as there are many tuk tuks for when you are tired of walking. These tuk tuks come with natural air conditioning as they have no windows, they are totally open. Driving them would take nerves of steel as they are so brazen and bold. I just find that I laugh the entire time while holding my breath and hanging on tightly. Is that possible, yes it is.
The shopping here in Thailand is hard to believe with people looking for bargains and vendors trying to get through with their merchandise on their carts. I have found so many weird and wonderful things that I didn’t even know existed. It almost feels that if you cannot find it in Thailand then it doesn’t exist. For someone who loves to shop, this is heaven even though it is hot and humid which wins in the end. That is when you go back to your room for a rest and to cool off or to a restaurant with air conditioning to escape the heat. Or of course stay in one of the many large shopping malls.
I suppose this is not for everyone, but for me, I love the excitement even though I don’t like humidity.
Bangkok is exciting, fascinating, busy, noisy and so much fun. There is something to do and see no matter where you turn.
Lyn — I enjoyed looking at your pictures — so colorful and I can feel the excitement of it all as you tell your tales. Not sure if I will ever visit Thailand now that you mention hot and humid. Hahaha. Who knows maybe one day when I forget how hot and humid it was in South Florida, and I can tackle another hot and humid place. Enjoy your vacation.
Thanks Linda. It really is too humid for us. There are plenty of places to visit that I am sure you would like better. Thanks for your comment x
Just an eye opener for me. Great experience DGD
Thanks DD. It sure is. Not any easy place to be and not everyone’s cup of tea x
I love Asia too & can even put up with the humidity as long as you can cool off back at the hotel – Enjoy. Kay
Hi Kay
Good to hear from you. It is exciting x
Sounds enthralling! I’d love to go to south-east Asia again. Maybe on my next trip to Sydney? Glad you enjoyed.
Hi Catherine It is a good way to break up a long trip. I did it once when flying from Rome to Brisbane. Just remember it is bloody hot Lyn
Love your post and totally agree with you about Bangkok…..think it’s time I went back! Hope your trip was great and I look forward to more posts
Robyne
Thanks Robyne. Great to hear from you
Great blog Lyn. Wonderfully descriptive with photos to match
Thanks Mary. I always appreciate your comments x
Very nice, thanks for sharing! It sounds like NYC (tooting of horns and traffic).
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Thanks Marina
What an amazing looking place. I can only imagine how much cheaper the shopping must be over there. Great photos too. I especially liked the way you grouped them. Jd.
Thanks JD. It is a good way to show more photos. The shopping is great x
Thank you for the lovely photo.xxxxxx
Hi Lyn just loved your photos and descriptions. We may get there one day. Leah x
You will probably enjoy it. Very exciting but bloody humid. I can definitely recommend Chiang mai. Lyn x
Looks so interesting and very busy. Lovely post xx
Interesting is a good word. There sure is lots to see
It’s difficult to find well-informed people on this subject, but you sound like you know what
you’re talking about! Thanks