"With more detailed coverage spanning over 250 pages, and with over 600 images capturing the variety of everyday life, this guide provides a highly visual introduction to Bangkok. Street atlases provide extra clarity and easy orientation; locating hotels and restaurants, along with principal sites and attractions. The 'Best Of' section illustrates everything you can't afford to miss, including Thailand's former capital city, Ayutthaya, and the bustling Chatuchak Market. Top tips and lesser-known sights are revealed in the 'Editor's Choice' section, as are best views, best walks, best family activities plus money-saving hints. A new colour-coded overview map introduces the places section and highlights the top sights at a glance. Expanded and updated restaurant listings feature the best eateries to suit all budgets within each area, giving the address, phone number, opening times and price range, followed by a useful review. A new illustrated section covers all the top shopping areas, department stores and markets. From the best places to grab a bargain to designer stores, this section will give you all the insider information for your ultimate shopping experience. A comprehensive Travel Tips section provides all the information you'll need for a hassle free holiday, covering accommodation, transport, currency, language and more. Enjoy your city break in style with Insight Guides."--Publisher's website.