1. Bangkok is the capital and largest city of Thailand, alias "city of angels". Located on the east bank of Zhaopiye River, facing Siam Bay in the south, it is the largest city in Indochina Peninsula and the second largest city in Southeast Asia. It is the center of politics, economy, trade, transportation, culture, science and technology, education and religion in Thailand.
Bangkok is the trading center of precious metals and precious stones. The economy accounts for 44% of Thailand's total, and Bangkok Port undertakes 90% of Thailand's foreign trade. Bangkok has developed tourism and was selected as the most popular tourist city in the world in 20 13.
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Guidance notes for entry into Bangkok:
1. There is a blue toll-free phone near the baggage carousel at Bangkok Airport in Thailand. In case of emergency, you can contact the outside world by telephone.
Before arriving at Bangkok International Airport, all passengers must fill in the customs declaration form and declare the amount of foreign currency brought into the country. Offenders may be arrested, prosecuted or confiscated. The amount of Thai currency that can be carried when entering or leaving the country shall not exceed 50,000 baht.
Pirated works and articles are not allowed to be brought into China. Even legal works, such as pictures, tapes, computer software, works of art, etc. Each work is limited to one personal environment. It is forbidden to carry narcotics, drugs, pornographic books and weapons.
4. The Cultural Bureau of Thailand, the Wildlife Protection Bureau, the Customs Department, the Tourism Bureau of the Thai Government, Thai embassies and consulates abroad or representative offices abroad can all obtain handbooks on foreign exchange control and controlled articles, and inform them that they must apply to the relevant Thai government agencies for approval before leaving the country.
5. When buying large-size Buddha statues, antiques and artistic crystals that need special packaging in Thailand, you must first obtain an export license from the relevant authorities or shops so that they can be inspected by the customs when leaving the country. Passengers can buy a bottle of wine (one liter), a carton of cigarettes and other personal items (such as cameras, video cameras, jewelry and ornaments worn by individuals, etc.). ) from the duty-free shop.
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