Once a small trading post on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, Bangkok has grown rapidly into a fast, steamy metropolis and has officially become the most visited city in the world. The city may be infamous for its traffic-clogged streets, overly energetic pace and vibrant street life yet there are pockets of serenity to also be experienced. With Buddhism so firmly rooted in the lives of its people, hushed golden temples with prominent, ornate spires poking up into the sky are ubiquitously spread across Thailand’s capital, offering tranquil retreats amidst the hustle and bustle.
March 8, 2016