For many the attraction here is the cuisine and the street food that comes with a complementary atmosphere of a hyperactive 24/7 crowd. For those seeking to explore the culture and the vividness of the Thai people there are various attractions to explore. The many temples, the old structures, the laidback side of the city all portray the origins of the Thai people.

For a close exploration of the Thai culture, their way of life, traditions and their dedication to farming head down to Damnoen Saduak in Rachaburi province. It is about 110 kilometres from Bangkok and takes about two hours to get there.

Damnoen Saduak is where the famous Floating Market takes place. This vibrant buzz of a market that fills up the canals with the colourful produce started in 1967 and is such a big hit that it attracts tourists from all over the world. The original canals which are being used for this market were built during the 19th century as a means of providing easy transportation. Many actually lived on these canals on little house-boats and those who served as small time merchants are the ones who actually initiated the concept of a Floating Market.

So what started off as little boats selling fruits, vegetables and meats to the houses by the side of the canal later became an important part of Thai culture. Today the Floating Market is a simple food bazaar on water. From easy snacks to soups, barbecued meats, fresh vegetables and fruit, live chickens and street delicacies – everything and anything is yours, for a price of course, and of course once you get hold of the correct boat.

Being one of the most sought after holiday destinations Bangkok makes it a point to provide a range of accommodation options for its tourists. A Bangkok resort, hotel or even a budget hotel can easily be booked through the Internet and star-rated hotels such as 4 or 5 star hotels in Bangkok are popular for the amenities and facilities they offer. For a complete Thai experience of authentic East Asian hospitality and luxury try the Anantara Bangkok Riverside Resort & Spa.