Bangkok

Name: Bangkok
Address: Southeast Asia, Thailand

Southeast Asia, Thailand

Thailand

People from Bangkok are called:

Male/General:

Bangkokian

Pronunciation:

/bæŋˈkɒk/

Quick Facts

Population:: 11,070,000 (2024 est.)
Country:: Thailand
Region:: Southeast Asia

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Etymology & Origin

From Thai, possibly meaning 'village of wild plums'. Full ceremonial name is the world's longest city name.

About Bangkok

Capital and most populous city of Thailand.
Major regional hub for finance, business, and culture.
Known for ornate temples, vibrant street life, and bustling markets.
Home to the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha).
Famous for street food, floating markets, and nightlife.

Nearby Places

Other places in the region and their demonyms

Hanoi

1,000 km east

People are called:

Hanoian

Kuala Lumpur

1,200 km south

People are called:

KL-ite

Yangon

600 km northwest

People are called:

Yangonite

Quick Facts

Population:: 11,070,000 (2024 est.)
Country:: Thailand
Region:: Southeast Asia

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