Bangkok - Ko Ratanakosin & Thonburi (Chapter) Lonely Planet

The artificial island of Ko Ratanakosin is Bangkok's birthplace, and the Buddhist temples and royal palaces here comprise some of the city's most important sights. Across the Chao Phraya River, Thonburi is a seemingly forgotten zone of sleepy residential districts connected by klorng (canals).

Coverage includes: Neighbourhood Top Five, Local Life, Getting There & Away, Best of, Sights, Eating, Drinking & Nightlife, Entertainment, Sleeping and Sports & Activities.

Bangkok - Ko Ratanakosin & Thonburi (Chapter)

Thailand's Islands & Beaches - Bangkok (Chapter) Lonely Planet

If you tire of beaches, you’ll appreciate Bangkok’s conveniences, sophistication and pace. With its mix of the historic and contemporary, dangerously appealing shopping and some of the most delicious and best-value eating on earth, it’s one of the most invigorating destinations in Asia.

Coverage includes: Sights, Activities, Courses, Tours, Festivals & Events, Sleeping, Eating, Drinking, Entertainment and Shopping.

Thailand's Islands & Beaches - Bangkok (Chapter)