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The capital, and the most populous city of Thailand, Bangkok is located near the Chao Phraya River delta in Central Thailand. Bangkok has a population of more than eight million people which is about thirteen percent of the country’s total population. Most of the population lives within the metropolitan area of the city. That is why Bangkok is referred to as the nation’s primate city. The city is very much developed and provides all such facilities that one desires or wishes to have in their own city or country. Overall, the city is famous and choosable for medical tourism as well as international tourism. Here we will discuss more in detail about Bangkok city.

Thai Bhat or simply Bhat is the currency used in Bangkok city and all around Thailand. If you are traveling to Bangkok, you will need to exchange your currency. Commonly spoken languages in Bangkok are Thai which is the official language as well and English which is mostly used by tourists. If we talk about the culture of this city, we see that the culture of Bangkok is influenced with every new day. Different annual festivals and events of dance music etc. are held all over the year. This shows how enjoyable the Bangkok city is to live in.

Climate of Bangkok

Bangkok has a tropical wet climate along with a bit dry season that runs from November to February. The temperature in Bangkok is always high. The overall average temperature of Bangkok city is about more than 30 Degrees Celsius. If we take a look at the rain in Bangkok, then the rainy season runs from June to October. It's quite a big luck that even in rainy season, the sunshine is common in Bangkok. January is the coolest and driest month of the year in Bangkok. Whereas September is the warmest. From November to February, the city is full of tourist and it is the busiest time of the year.

Transportation in Bangkok

Transportation in Bangkok is pretty good. You will never face an issue with traffic at any time of the day. Most commonly used public mean transport in Bangkok are the Skytrain and underground rail systems. Taxies are also available for you at almost any corner of the city. They are cheaper and can be helpful if you are traveling a long distance. A few years ago, Tuk-tuks are were also a famous attraction of Bangkok but now they are getting disappeared. However, Bangkok has two airports out of which one is international. These are Don Mueang International Airport and Suvarnabhumi Airport.

Hospitals in Bangkok

Medical tourism rate in Bangkok is quite satisfactory because the city provides several clinics, international level hospitals, and other healthcare institutes that provide high-quality care and best possible treatment services to all its national and international patients. A short list of some of the hospitals in Bangkok is as follows

• Bangkok Hospital
• Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital
• Mission Hospital Bangkok
• Bumrungrad Medical Center Limited
• Praram 9 Hospital
• Wattanosoth Cancer Hospital
• Vejthani Hospital
• BNH Hospital
• Rutnin Eye Hospital

Visiting Places in Bangkok

Bangkok is famous for international tourism as it provides many visiting places. You can have a comfortable and pleasant stay in the city. There are many visiting and tourist places located in Bangkok like the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, Wat Suthat, Giant Swing, National Museum & Wang Na Palace, Chatuchak Market, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Khao San Road and many more. After reading this amazing tourism experience, you will surely wish to visit the Bangkok city, and if you are wishing to do so, just contact the Global Patient Transfer.