Bangkok was founded in 1782 by the first monarch of the present Chakri dynasty. It is now the country's spiritual, cultural, diplomatic, commercial and educational hub. It covers an area of more than 1,500 square kilometers, and it is home to approximately ten million people .It offers to visitors not only the cosmopolitan amenities they would expect from other big cities, but also a unique treasure trove of cultural attractions. Pattaya is on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand in the province of Chon Buri, about 147km from Bangkok. People come to Pattaya for lots of reasons, the stunning beaches, smiling locals, superb shopping and range of tourist attractions. Many others come for the legendary nightlife. Pattaya's streets are crammed full of go-go bars, night clubs and massage salons, most of these are found at the Walking Street.
