Centre of the Backpacking Universe

The popular book 'The Beach' famously described Khao San Road as "the centre of the backpacking universe". Judging by the truth-seeking travellers from across the globe who converge here to shop, exchange tales and prepare for their next stint on the backpacker trail, it's a phrase that sums it up pretty much perfectly. For over twenty years now, this has been the base camp of choice for backpackers exploring Thailand and South East Asia.

Its little wonder then that everything they could need or want can be found here. Packed into a straight 1km long strip that spans only a couple of blocks are countless budget guesthouses and hotels, internet cafes, restaurants, massage parlours, travel agents, clubs, bars, bookshops, tailors, chemists, market stalls, tattoo shops and much, much more. So much in fact, that shops, the people and the party spirit have spilled over into nearby Soi Rambuttri.

With its carefree, anything-goes vibe it's quite unlike anywhere else in Bangkok and, probably, the world. In recent years there's been a subtle makeover, an influx of fast-food outlets, swanky bars and mid-range hotels helping the area to shed its shabby image. Only slightly though - it's still got an in-your-face energy that is all its own, and is still the stage for a cast of bizarre, multiethnic characters. Today, so infectious is the atmosphere of this famous backpacker barrio that it's also popular with locals, especially artisans and art students. Stay too long though and it may all wear a little thin.

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