The capital of Thailand is acknowledged for a bundle of possessions. Its exciting nightlife, its maddening traffic, its rich cultural heritage are all things seasoned travellers are familiar with, but Bangkok is first and foremost a shopper’s haven. The city contains everything from high end malls selling luxury goods to road side stalls selling products at heavily discounted prices. From books and clothing to electronics and local handicrafts, anything and everything can be found in Bangkok, one just has to know where to look.
The city of Bangkok has several high end luxury malls and is the best place to look for branded items. Shoppers on the hunt for the best in designer brands should try the Amarin Plaza Bangkok. The five storey shopping complex is situated on Ratchaprasong Square. Another good mall to try is Asiatique, The Riverfront on Chareonkrung Road. With its breathtaking views of the river, the mall transforms shopping into an unforgettable experience. Central World, right in the middle of Chidlom, is one of the largest shopping malls around, and is definitely worth a visit. One also cannot forget to visit Central Plaza Rama 9, the Emporium Bangkok and the Central Chidlom Department Store.

Tourists looking for a less conventional shopping experience, be sure to try the Chatuchak Weekend Market. Set on a thirty five acre vicinity, the market features over eight thousand shops selling everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to clothing and antiques. Even if one does not plan on buying anything here, perusing the goods available at different stalls can be an adventure of its own. The city’s Chinatown has plenty of shops and markets where one can get local goods. From traditional medicines and strange vegetables to cheap branded products, everything can be found here.

Bangkok is a large city and finding accommodation in a convenient area can save tourists a lot of time and travel. Those on the lookout for Luxury Hotels Bangkok will find Anantara Bangkok Sathorn a pleasant stay located close to the city’s finest leisure and shopping destinations. This Bangkok Hotel is located right in the heart of the city and is an excellent place to explore the city from.