Start in BANGKOK

After a 10.5-hour flight from Düsseldorf, we landed in Bangkok just before sunrise. Still a bit tired due to jet lag, we take the day easy. We go to the MBK Shopping Center, which has a huge Asia Market with thousands of stalls in addition to regular stores. Right across from the MBK Center is the Siam Center, which houses expensive shops in contrast.

On the street, we discover a public Muay Thai boxing match, which we watch with excitement.

During our 4 days in Bangkok, we experience even more new culture. The impressive Grand Palace turns out to be a tourist hotspot. You can't walk two meters without encountering these huge crowds in the temple. They are mostly traveling in their groups.

In a beautiful flower market, we then experience the opposite, only locals and tranquility.

Another noticeable thing is the road and traffic conditions. Usually, one lane is used more than available. But it actually works quite well. Everyone has their place and despite the chaos, they look out for each other.

Another highlight is Chatuchak. The world's largest market with millions of stalls. Many sell the same things, but still, it has an immense attraction.

Khaosan Road is known as the tourist street. In the evening, it is actually overcrowded. On the other hand, a street next to it, with equally great restaurants and shops, is quieter and therefore more pleasant.

On Sunday, we visit our New Apostolic Church in Bangkok. It is located in a hotel. The experience is wonderful. Since we also find out that the priest was originally from Emmenbrücke, we have an interesting exchange about life and culture in Asia.

Lastly, we visit Chinatown. As in almost everywhere, it is lively here and you can find great food options along the street. In general, there are street restaurants which are good in many places here.

After Bangkok, we head to an island in T-Hailand, to Koh Chang.