Bangkok is the capital and the major metropolis of Thailand . Bangkok with its old name ‘Krung Thep’ meaning “the city of angels”, created over 228 years ago is currently no doubt a heaven for the visitors offering wide range of things like majestic palaces, exquisite temples, thrilling sports related activities like Thai boxing, golfing, and down to the tender classical dances! Noted as one of the quick growingadvancing. This is a culturally rich land and the celebrated legacy features the popular Grand Palace, Temple of the Dawn and Temple of the Emerald Buddha and these are very frequently visited by the travelers. Vimanmek Palace, Bang Pa In Palace, Suan Packard Palace and the Wat Traimin featuring the golden Buddha, are well liked places in the city. There are several museums such as the National Museum of Bangkok, the National Science Museum, and Royal Barges Museum along with the Lumpini Park, which are well worth a visit. Don’t mistake Bangkok to be a very serious city meant for inteelectuals as there are plenty of ways of entertainment such as Thai Boxing, Golf courses, wonderful seafood and local cuisines with genuine Thai flavor, along with a rocking nightlife and peppy night clubs in the city as well! Jatuchak Weekend Market is very famous for shopping, and the parliament as well as the Dusit Zoo is also counted amongst the common local attractions.