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Living in Bangkok

Buzzing megacity with legendary street food and low costs.

Weather

January / July average: 27°C / 29°C
Sunny days a year: 250
Best time for a trial stay: November to April

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Everyday life

Cost of living vs. home: $ Much cheaper
Language: Thai; English in central areas

Warm wintersBig cityFood sceneNightlifeRemote-work hubLower cost

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Living in Bangkok, Thailand · Pinned