a series of travel images from Thailand, Bangkok, the official name in Thai is Krung Thep Maha Nakhon. It's the capital of Thailand with a population of over eleven million inhabitants and by large the biggest city of the country. Bangkok has it all; intense heat, air pollution, traffic congestion, you name it but on the other side it has magnificent temples and palaces, delicious street food and restaurants, bustling markets and scenic canals. Enough to keep you busy for several days on your way to a more laid back destination.