Pathum Thani, a district north of Bangkok, plays a significant role in preserving Thai traditions and ethnically motivated celebrations. In the background looms the double-decker tollway to the capital and nearby Future Park. No skyline here, but thousands of people upholding old traditions. Mid August is Mother's Day and nationwide cebrations on the auspicious Birthday of H.M. The Queen of Thailand (12.08) amount to picturesque shows to honor the "Nation"s Mother" and all mothers. SiampediaVISION brings you there and takes you also behind the scenes!
Bangkok - The "City of angels". On the 59th floor, the Vertigo Restaurant sits on top of the Banyan Tree Hotel on Sathorn Road. It is conveniently located in the CBD. Siampedia recommends to every tourist and newcomer in the city at least to have one drink or cocktail at Vertigo at this fabulous 5-Star rooftop bar. It is easy to get there and is quite near to the Lumphini and Patpong entertainment zones. For further insidertipps on this metropolis, check http://www.siampedia.org - the unbiased report site for Thailand and surrounding countries! Totally login-free :) Arrive, if possible, before dawn. That will give you the opportunity to see Bangkok from above in fading daylight and the night lights of this gleaming capital as well. Bring casual shoes, flip-flops are not allowed! The song is a sung version of Bangkoks Thai name Krungthep Mahanakorn (Full lyrics make it the longest name for a city in the world!)
Pattaya, a former seaside resort near Bangkok gained fame in the 70's, when US soldiers ventured here on R&R from the Vietnam war. Ever since that day the boom has mounted to new developments. Prostitution and nightlife became dominant and accommodations across the entire spectrum from simple guest house to 5 star residences. Siampedia produced this short Video to show a formerly remote area of Pattaya, which will soon be integrated and assimilated by the Monstercity of Redlight venues! No room left for nature anywhere on that coast.
Cambodias traffic density peaks in the capital, to get an idea watch our videoclip. camera: Melona stuntdriver: Frank cut & edit: Thomas a HINIGUGMA media production for SIAMPEDIA.org
