Welcome to Bangkok, Thailand | DW Documentary

Thailand’s capital city, Bangkok, is unique. This film reveals the best spots: well-known locations, and places off the beaten track.
Our report provides a detailed guide to Asia’s most exciting city. For transportation, visitors and local residents alike can choose from motorized rickshaws, taxis, subways, or the sky train. There are also express boats that ply the Chao Phraya River -- plus long-tail boats, and vessels that make their way through the city's khlongs, or canals. This journey of discovery takes us to the places where Bangkok residents go to rest and relax -- like the island of Ko Samet in the Gulf of Thailand. This is the capital's version of Wannsee Lake in Berlin. You can book a river cruise, or visit one of the trendy open-air bars perched atop high-rise buildings. A lot of younger Bangkok residents have taken up a bold challenge in this car-friendly city: they've switched to bicycles. Many locals enjoy making a bike visit to the village-like central district, near a big bend in the river -- even when the temperature rises above 30-degrees centigrade. On the islands off the coast, there's plenty of sunshine, beautiful beaches, and clear, warm water -- a mix that attracts crowds of Bangkok residents on weekends.
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[@jodyjohnsen]

I love Bangkok. Which is unusual. I don’t normally appreciate huge, busy cities. Bangkok is really more a very large collection of neighborhoods. We have to get access to the sky train to cross a major street but other than that everything we need is available within a few easy to walk blocks. To visit much further places the trains, subway and taxis are easy, inexpensive and clean. Two international airports, inexpensive and readily available exchange machines along with the best street food in the world makes the friendly Thai city the most popular in the world.

[@aandwdabest]

Bangkok is chaotic, cheap, and relatively safer and freer than neighbouring SEA nations. That constitutes its appeal, and I think you nailed it.

[@maegalroammis6020]

not a good city for westerners.

[@drickworld]

I've never been out of the country, but if given a chance, Thailand is the first on my list to visit. Sending my love to the Thai people 🇵🇭🇹🇭

[@user-mr5gv1gi7b]

Thanks.your are welcome

[@bangkokian9989]

We're friendly and always welcome guests.

[@taiisan5669]

Welcome Filipino, we are Asean we are like a home. My English teacher is Filipino, he and she so friendly

[@thaiav8r]

Much have changed since the documentary was produced. Bangkok in 2023 is even more amazing. Bangkok is a good place to explore the rest of Thailand and beyond.

[@flex_arthur]

5ปีผ่านไป ตอนนี้กรุงเทพเปลี่ยนไปมาก แต่ผู้คนยังเหมือนเดิม น่ารักเหมือนเดิม

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[@jomontanee]

13:25 When the National anthem ended many of Thai runners bowed their heads.
Such utmost respect to them.🙏🇹🇭❤️

[@fingerprint5511]

Martial law, they bowed their heads to re-focus to prepare to move again. This is not devotion but force. Not unlike China during Mao

[@boytoilet426]

​@@fingerprint5511 you not understand thai, just to talk it's not true.

[@Alert_TT]

@@fingerprint5511 You misunderstand, they pay respect to the nation. They have been taught since young age. It is not law.

[@hoidiglomak2929]

ไทยไม่เคยเป็นเมืองขึ้นประเทศ เลยภูมิใจในสิ่งนี้

[@ratiwatruansri3210]

Thai people are proud to be a yellow-skinned race but have never been colonized by Western white people.

[@dipayandey2838]

Before coming to Bangkok I had many reservations..but after visiting & experiencing Bangkok...I never wanted to leave. Long live Bangkok.

[@irx62]

Im from the Philippines now living in New York City. My favorite city in the world is Bangkok. Sawadee ka!

[@Titbitist]

why america thats a downgrade

[@brockmiller1384]

@SantokuK9 a war zone ? Lmfao what the hell are you talking about

[@TOP-YT-UNIVERSE]

Why did u move to NY if it's ur favorite one?:)

[@user-pe2xn8tf8s]

I'm an artist from Bangkok, Thailand. Thank you for the beautiful documentary. Welcome everyone in the world to come and enjoy your trip to Thailand.🇹🇭

[@SpinningbacKFisT]

During my teens my best friend was Thai. He grew up in Bangkok and I've always been fascinated by the place I've heard so much about. Thai people are really special to me. They are an amazing people and I love them very much..

[@queensph2857]

I'm a Filipino and I dream to step my feet on the beautiful places of Thailand. Hope someday, I could travel there...

[@suchasin]

But Philippines is nice too

[@s222wt]

I also hope to step my feet on the nice beach in the Philipines.

[@maegalroammis6020]

thais are less friendly than filipinos

[@AmitSharma-cg7qr]

This is how a great documentary is made, captured the real essense of Bangkok. I felt like I am in Bangkok while watching this, Bangkok will be my favorite city on Earth. Been there almost a dozen times but always feels like new, the peopel, energy and the hospitality is mayvhless anywhere in the world. Love for Thailand ❤️🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭

[@Lesliefedy]

DW documentaries should be included in history subject in schools.
Love from kenya 🇰🇪

[@christiantessari]

I’m in love with Thailand 🇹🇭 !!!
Great video 👍 sawadee ka 🙏
Cheers from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@rainiewooo]

One of the best documentary about Thailand. RESPECT

[@CBMedia404]

I'm American but Bangkok is now home 🥰

[@Twocat5side]

Can you speak thai tho

[@moviefootagev1]

i am following your channal 555

[@Iron_marshal]

Welcome to thailand

[@J19D82]

you Americans love them tiny thai ladies 🤣😉

[@Lootakitt]

Hi Chad!

[@kylepash841]

Bless Thai people, lovely people.. Probably the nicest in the world.

[@wil4783]

I remember my visit to Thailand one year ago, and it was a surreal experience. Idk how to explain it, but it feels like I’m in the book/movie setting when I’m in Thailand, especially Bangkok. Love from Indonesia! Gonna visit again soon :D

[@MVUK358]

I miss Thailand!
...And I have been there 6 times in the last 5 years ;). Such a special heart -warming place! ❤

[@Somethingintherain]

We, Thai people , are missing this feeling so so much. We would like to welcome you again after pandemic if Covid19 is over.

[@oldschool8432]

I would love to visit your country

[@Magneto_23]

Old School Please come to visit our country. We are welcome.

[@thailandmagazine3391]

We will be so happy to return back to the Thai we LOVE so mak mak much!!

[@guilletiger]

Is Bangkok friendly for english only speakers? Thank you

[@luzmiel4732]

I will go back soon (God willing). Love the people!

[@APRIL2862]

I lived there for 7 years before coming to Phuket. Bangkok has a feeling like no other place I've been and needs to be experienced!

[@ebookmummy]

want to see this country.

[@Pulsarr88]

Best city of everywhere Ive been, everytime I leave Bangkok I feel really sad and wait for the time to go back, now 3 years since my last time...

[@ploennie]

​@@ebookmummyWe are waiting for your visit.

[@ploennie]

​@@Pulsarr88Bangkok is waiting for you to come back ❤

[@charliebowman785]

This Land has been enigmatic and exotic for me for long time. Beautiful city with beautiful people. I wanna go to Thailand.

[@leolpaladin2448]

DW never fails to amaze me it's like I'm having a personal tour guide in each of their documentaries. Please film more cultural documentaries.

[@imdavid4875]

they nevevr failed. ever. really top-tier quality videos.

[@fakyu9346]

Love from INDONESIA!!
WE'RE ASEAN!

[@LEE-HAN-BUN]

🇹🇭❤🇮🇩

[@jamjanthepoodlechomchaithe1049]

Yessss

[@johnsonjohnson948]

Yeah yeah proud Asean🇵🇭

[@antoninhomariagusmao8091]

three years living in Bangkok. Love so much this amazing city,..

[@MrYoshi-ly6me]

Living in Bangkok, you tend to only see the annoying things and tend to get caught up in the busy city lifestyle. But Thailand is an amazing place with the nicest people. The rural areas appeal more and more as I get older.

[@AURELIAN-restitutororbis]

You should come to Khao Yai lol

[@suvodipmondal7625]

This documentary of the City of Bangkok felt me as my neighbouring city. The Sanatana Atmosphere.
I'm an Indian live in Kolkata, Bengal.

[@ollac3758]

Missing BKK so much, even i been about 6-7 times in Thailand. Love Bangkok

[@realog7452]

I'm from Manila Philippines & Bangkok is absolutely beautiful city.I'm jealous because they have good transportation & has a couple of choice whether its land or water. We don't have that kind of transportation here in Manila.

[@dznm10]

Bangkok land of beautiful temples!..Greetings from the Philippines..

[@naturallypaint]

I lived in Krung Thep for 18 months during 2013-2014. This documentary brings back some wonderful memories. Thanks for the great production, DW.

[@freemind1229]

even though I travel to Europe and any country, I have never seen a city so lively than bkk and its people.

[@mario.patrick]

Thats why I love Bangkok...
Very grateful to be able to lived there now

[@yasmin_the_asian]

I'm in 'Krung Thep' average 3 times a year. It's again and again a new and very positiv exerience. The Thais are such an lovly and welcoming people. Even if the english language isn't very present, they try their best to help you. I prefer the north of Thailand, becaus it's a more natural erperienc as the tourist strongholds in the south ;-)

[@stankssmile5865]

I have seen se thai dramas with northern thai dialect and focus on the north,seriously a peaceful world of its own

[@zachremington5503]

The most amazing city! I miss it everyday. Can’t wait to go back

[@ploennie]

Bangkok is waiting for you to come back!

[@alvaromangubat]

I love the natural-ness of this documentary. Everyone's expressions are so genuine.

[@kimjibeomismine1910]

Bangkok is such a beautiful city. I wish i could go there atleast once in my life.
Love from the PHILIPPINES. 😘😘😘

[@oungongzaha5548]

wrlcome dude

[@tiaucilee]

welcome to Thailand

[@miel7297]

Golden Child fan here🤚🤚💗

[@24junejune]

Kim Jibeom Is Mine! Always welcome dude 😆

[@jamesnoi3495]

Kim Jibeom Is Mine!
Thank you so much

[@ronvelasco3640]

Bangkok very awesome and kind people. I stayed in Sutthisan Road. I will definitely come back to this beautiful country. From Manila Ph.

[@upanokk6776]

once is not enough, ....

[@adamchase1517]

I love Thailand

[@johnrakthai]

Adam Chase ❤️❤️❤️

[@thisistheplacetobe]

One of my favorite cities of all time.

[@spicyb420]

Just came back from Thailand. We were a group of 4. We had the most beautiful holiday..planning for a part 2 ❤️🌹

[@teeraveekhuprasert9276]

This documentary is very well-produced. Really enjoyed all the spectacular sceneries!! Thank you for making this video :)

[@hathairatjongsermtrakoon5226]

I love your documentary. It simply presents Bangkok, but it shows all aspects of common lives of citizens and where and what visitors can see, not a just fancy night life corners.
I was surprised that at the end of the video, you presented the song of Bangkok name. I sang along the karaoke with joy and a good memory of the song when I was young.
Thank you for a nice documentary ❤

[@marcoitathai5271]

I miss Thailand, I miss Bangkok, such as charming city!! it has always given me a good vibes. Once all this crazy pandemic will be over I’ll definitely be back. 🇹🇭

[@Sciambolanja]

Been living in Bangkok for almost 2 years and I totally love it! ผมรักกรุงเทพมากๆ

[@ianpearson8976]

i prefer penang now but yeah bangkok lively place.

[@zachtonator9797]

@@ianpearson8976 Where Penang located? I want to know. Indonesia?

[@tanzil88]

@@zachtonator9797 malaysia

[@sapunna1]

soo glad to hear that. i am Thai people who live in Alaska

[@Alex-ws3hs]

Echt? Chanawan reddepangya wohnt derzeit krunghtep?

[@someshredkar4253]

Bangkok and Thailand is beautiful. Love from Mumbai India. I have visited twice but want to visit more.

[@upanokk6776]

once or twice is not enough, ....

[@summersummer5078]

Welcome,,,

[@kid9x9]

Somesh Redkar
Do you know that Thailand is a child of India.
Art, religion, language and culture from India make us Thailand.
Please visit your family, welcome to Thailand. ( ^ _ ^ )*

[@CharlieChaplinVideos]

@@kid9x9 BUddhism originated in India :)

[@english22hitz55]

Welcoome

[@user-zx6ye8gv9n]

กรุงเทพฯ...มรดกโลก...ที่คนไทย ภาคภูมิใจที่สุด...อยากให้คุณๆ ชาวต่างชาติทั้งหลาย..ช่วยกันอนุรักษ์..หรือเก็บรักษา กรุงเทพฯไว้.....ให้เป็นที่อยู่../ที่กิน/ที่เที่ยว../ที่พักผ่อนหย่อนใจ..หรือแม้แต่เป็นที่หลบภัยสงคราม..
ความสุข..ที่มีต้นทุนน้อยที่สุด..แต่มีความสุขที่สุด....อยู่ที่..กรุงเทพมหานคร......อมร.....ฯลฯ

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[@omery.8342]

I been there four times and bangkok become my second home ! I love this country soo much

[@susterovic]

My favourite city in the world!

[@ppdamnat6688]

Really???

[@narendeepan]

mine too. For me it is more vibrant than any US city

[@davideperillo]

mine too. no doubt.

[@cutiepony3625]

Tomas Dano Ty I glad you love my beloved city.

[@heavenlyembodiment8869]

I love it too, but they really should do something about pollution. The air quality was very poor at times, and the garbage in the canals was bad. The bad air made me feel sick at times. How about electric tuk tuks! Solar panels on all of the roofs of the buildings with free charging stations for electric vehicles.

[@thefamilycat86]

The trains (BTS) in Bangkok are fantastic. Always on time, clean, well air-conditioned. People line up and allow others to disembark before boarding, very well mannerd.

[@MithunOnTheNet]

Love Bangkok. One of my favourite cities in the world!

[@kylew5961]

I've learned so much in the last 26 minutes. Very well produced. Well done!

[@samuelnatt5454]

Love you Thailand ❤🇹🇭🇹🇭

[@TT_the_cat]

This is the best documentary about Thailand that I've ever seen. It's a shame I only found out about it now tho. Anyways, good job!
- random Thai person

[@DWDocumentary]

Hi @Just T, we are glad you like our content, stay tuned for more :)

[@upanokk6776]

Bangkok is now very modern with many new interesting things. It is called asia Newyork.

[@Gana881]

The editor was on point on selecting the background music.

[@tammybui9278]

i didn’t know what u meant until 21 pilots started playing lmaooo

[@dertfert745]

I laughed so hard after reading this comment and immediately hearing 21 pilots

[@HoodrichShinobi]

and choosing the cutest girls to film as well

[@sunni96]

wait until you hear Game of Throne theme song

[@StreetDrilla]

they really did. 21 pilots was such a good choice.

[@GolfGalaxy318]

I'm live in Thailand. I love THAILAND

[@wunpornt]

Thank you for your hardworking to create this wonderful documentary about Bangkok, Thailand 🇹🇭 ! I really love the part that you mention about the full name of Bangkok. I think most of foreigners don’t know about this!
The longest city name in the world in the Guinness book of records. It's pronounced as the following :
“Krung Thep Mahanakhon Amon Rattanakosin Mahinthara Ayuthaya Mahadilok Phop Noppharat Ratchathani Burirom Udomratchaniwet Mahasathan Amon Piman Awatan Sathit Sakkathattiya Witsanukarm Prasit”
This means “The city of angels, the great city, the residence of the Emerald Buddha, the impregnable city (of Ayutthaya) of God Indra, the grand capital of the world endowed with nine precious gems, the happy city, abounding in an enormous Royal Palace that resembles the heavenly abode where reigns the reincarnated god, a city given by Indra and built by Vishnukarm.”

[@Debeauxsouvenirs]

The best mini doc film ever made for beloved BKK... thanks for the team efforts!

[@2441979D]

Never thought Bangkok would be such a Gem, very impressive! Long-Name Bangkok, live long!

[@imdavid4875]

Thank you for this DW. Truly appreciating your work! Plus, the karaoke sing along in the end. Godspeed.

[@renzjajalla8627]

Well documented. I love the voice over. The quality of the shots shows the true face of BK.

[@raggedy_esh]

Freeking love this city. Can't wait til the day I can return 😚

[@pinnurukka9334]

A wonderful glimpse of Bangkok. I love Thailand. Thanks for this documentary.

[@LeofromFreo]

You can't go wrong with DW. Always quality productions.

[@everywayvanessaparrilla1704]

i always feels home in Thailand. my 2nd favorite country ❤️❤️

[@zelliebatistis2527]

Thailand are one of my favorite places I wanna go

[@user-qu7rb8vy1b]

You need a free guide while traveling in Thailand?

[@sakuraisp6974]

@@user-qu7rb8vy1b
i'm Thai, but what you asked sound creepy 😂

[@malkius656]

@@sakuraisp6974 Lol he's offering free guide, but with a bang

[@emp3r4wrrr45]

As a traveller from the Philippines, I miss Thailand so much for 8 years now!
My only attempt to travel was on April 5-10, 2013 in Bangkok, Samut Prakan, Ratchaburi & Sa Kaeo.
Since I watched Miss Grand Thailand since 2016, I realized that there are 77 provinces that I need to memorize, and now I enjoyed BNK48's 7th single, 77 Suteki na machi e, just to memorize all 77 provinces, including its capital, Bangkok!
As an MNLove (MNL48's fan) & 4648Group Hako, I'm also a fan of BNK48 & CGM48 (from Bangkok & Chiang Mai respectively)! Aside from them, I got to know other Thai Idol Groups there like Sweat16!, SY51, Violet Wink, Red Spin, China Dolls, Faye Fang Kaew, Tossagirls, Fever, Daisy Daisy, Cheesy Pie, Trinity, SBFive, and many more!
Sending my love from Philippines to Thailand! 🇵🇭❤️🇹🇭

[@taufik7225]

DW documentaries are my favorite. I never miss them.

[@nicksawyer338]

I love Bangkok it’s my favourite city on earth. Long live the king 🥇🙏

[@AnwarSadath787]

What a beautiful city. Hope to visit there one day.

[@neptunereturns]

I made a promise to myself to visit Bangkok at least once every year!

[@apb1441]

I've been to Bangkok 7 times already and you taught me some things i did not already know!

[@capio78]

bangkok drives me crazy, I can never wait to get to hua hin once I land but overtime it gets under your skin, its a special place indeed. Great doc.

[@preawkojung]

Love the way you present our city, Thank you!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@radityahananto286]

always love the music from DW documentary

[@toussaintjulie3171]

Love Thailand country number one in my life

[@khiovicente2743]

I visited bangkok last december 2018, I like how you can see their culture and tradition even up to the smallest street. Yes there is some part that was very messy if you look at it and if you will compare it to first world countries but I would say It's make thailand different from other countries.

[@dawnglianapachuau6433]

the narrator's voice is so pleasant to listen to.

[@hishamshah2741]

Will visit Thailand in 3 weeks, so excited

[@laporscha]

DW Doc. You are the best. Thank you for an amazing documentary.

[@loukhinlesley5937]

Thank you for making such a great film on Bangkok ‘s tourist attractions 🙏❤️👍👍😍

[@jadequeen6714]

Love Bangkok! The best city in SE Asia!

[@zuleykakel356]

We are not forced to stop and pay respect to our national anthem. We wholeheartedly do it with intention. We are very respectful to our 3 institutions. Nation, Religion and Monarchy.

[@user43643]

need more like this DW💛💛

[@deburgh65]

Very well written documentary, screeplay, and also stunning shots.

[@dreamlover1101]

Woah....I get back my memories of passing days in this wonderful city💞💞💞💞💞

[@gagandeepsinghtalwar2498]

really nice narration and a well made documentary...good job guys...makes me wanna go there...

[@bangkok_as_is]

simply awesome documentary, thanks for the upload, love it

[@user-po7vf5kl4l]

I am from Shanghai. BKK is an international city just like my hometown. But I like Chiangmai more because it seems having more ancient feelings (historical) and not that crowded like BKK. I personally would enjoy something different.

[@nickpeppers4110]

Very well done documentary

[@albertopapa3078]

Amazing Bangkok. Splendid city. Filipino watching from LA, CA.

[@EmilyRafferty]

I really liked all the different music in this! Fits so well! So nice to hear real music and not the royalty free music everyone always uses! 👍👍👍💕💕💕

[@phxlkhen6326]

I visited #Thailand in April 2017 and fell in #love with it. I can't wait to make a visit again.

[@anshumansingh3641]

Just been there for a week! Very nice experience! After seeing this documentary, I think I need to revisit.! 😉🤗

[@nptsmirabilis]

The camera angles are really good! I love it!

[@kewintaylor7056]

Nép Veitchii look like a pro cameramen work!lol.
If some amature with vibrate camera....erm i just leave!lol.

[@mercy2409]

@@kewintaylor7056 lol u were so high

[@Sttyn]

Since 2017 when this VDO first released, Bangkok now has 8 sky train / subway lines for a total of 210 km in lengths. they should reach the target of having 15 lines / 540 km in lengths by 2029. Things have already looked much different in the city after COVID hit. Lots of new attractions / conveniences. I would not be surprised if BK remains the top destination city for tourism post-covid.

[@somebody_me_th]

The name of the previous glorious capital was also " Krung Thep Davaravadee Sri Ayuddaya" where is known for short as "Ayuddaya" - a world heritage site by UNESCO.
Krung Thep = the city of angels and gods.😍🇹🇭😁

[@JazzFunkNobby1964]

So Bang Kok is Plum Grove in English? A Thai person told me it meant Olive Grove.

[@Abcdef-on5dq]

@@JazzFunkNobby1964 Bangkok is a compound words between BANG and KOK. BANG means village nearby river or canal and KOK is a short form of Makok, which means olive. So, Bangkok, which is the old name while Ayutthaya was the capital city of Siam (Thailand old name), means the village that plant olive. When King Rama I establish this city, He rename it to Krung Thep Mahanakhon...... (Almost Thai people call only Krung Thep).
PS. You can see that many district and Metro train station in Bangkok have the name started with BANG such as Bang Sue, Bang Pho, Bang O, Bang Wa, etc.
PS.2 Sorry with my English. I am not good at grammar.

[@nikhilchauhan4154]

In India ayodhya is the birth city of lord Rama. Your country is beautiful.

[@DelightLovesMovies]

I love DW Documentaries.

[@ms-dr7qc]

Amazing thailand, from 🇮🇩

[@noelleyang8147]

I LOVE THE PERSON WHO NARRATED THIS VIDEO

[@TerangaGD]

The intro is great 👌🏾nice combination of audio/landscape views