Bangkok, the capital of Thailand is an assault on all the senses and is a must on any holiday to Thailand. Bangkok is a metropolis of over 9 million people, situated on the Chao Phraya River offering shimmering and lavish temples, world class shopping, vibrant local areas and an increasingly interesting range of boutique, luxury and trendy hotels. Bangkok highlights include the Grand Palace, Jim Thompson’s House, Bangkok's floating market and Chattuchak Market. A stopover in Bangkok is easily combined with a Thailand beach holiday and a stay in the north of Thailand.