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If you blink while you are in Bangkok, Thailand you may miss the construction of another high rise building. A city teeming with millions of people, Bangkok continues to grow up each and every day. That growing includes the rapid construction of high rise buildings that are changing the landscape of Thailand’s capital.

More than 15 million visitors a year arrive in Bangkok. That is quite a number for a city that used to be small and sleepy. It neither these days. Bangkok is full of life and full of activity. All of this is taking a toll on some of Bangkok’s most historic and unique sites, but even with the spread of modernity you can’t help but feel a connection to the past while you are there. From the Grand Palace to Wat Pho to Wat Arun, Bangkok is a city that is rooted in its tradition, a tradition that happens to hold much beauty and intrigue to those who visit.

Because of its popularity, affordable airfare to Bangkok is a possibility, especially if you are willing to travel during the offseason. Just remember to keep your eyes open while you are there. You won’t want to miss out on seeing something historic and you certainly don’t want to bump into one of those new buildings that are seemingly built overnight.

Remember when Thailand was still a sleepy little country seldom visited by tourists? Those days are long gone as the word has spread that you can visit a beautiful place without having to spend a fortune. Thailand is no longer quite the cheap backpacking Mecca it used to be, but it is still a favorite destination for many travelers looking for sun, sand and perhaps debauchery.

Cheap flights to Thailand are somewhat easy to come by if you keep your eyes out and if you are willing to travel during the off-season and times other than holidays. The vast majority of people who fly to Thailand enter the country through Bangkok, the busy capital. Bangkok is an adventure unto itself with traffic, people and temptation everywhere. You will either love it or hate but you won’t be indifferent about it.

The center of the backpacking scene is further south on the party islands. These are places that are beautiful, but whose culture and atmosphere are more western than Asian. Hostels and other accommodations are cheap, and you will have no problem locating a party.

If you are looking for something a little more authentic, consider traveling to the northern part of Thailand. There are some excellent trekking and adventure trips in the north.