Bangkok, the capital, largest city, and chief port of Thailand and one of the leading cities of Southeast Asia. Officially the province is known as Krung Thep. The province is famous for its beautiful Buddhist temples and colorful Thai culture. Bangkok's skyline, bristling with the flashing golden spires of the city's nearly 400 Buddhist temples, has been blunted by the jutting, square-topped outlines of modern multistory structures. Bangkok is the hub of Thailand's transportation system. Above all, it is the premier port for Thailand and also for landlocked Laos.

Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand is situated on a bend of the Chao Phraya River, 25 miles (40 km) from the head of the Gulf of Thailand. Temperatures are warm the year round, but there is a seasonal variation. The hot season, with readings averaging in the mid-80s F (about 30° C), extends from March through mid-May. The cool season, with average temperatures in the high 70s F (about 25° C), lasts from November through February.