Bangkok is the world’s most visited city, and there are far more than 15 reasons to visit it. From the unbeatable street food to the temples, markets and over-the-top luxury, the capital city of Thailand can be whatever you want it to be. These are some of my top reasons to join the roughly 16 million tourists who visit the city every year, but it’s guaranteed you’ll return home with a list of reasons all your own.

1. The Street Food

Bangkok’s street food scene is nothing shy of incredible. From the J.J. Market to outside the 7/11 and in the tiniest alleyways, you’ll find some of the best food in the city served up street-side. And germophobes needn’t be worried, as long as you see your meal being cooked up fresh, it’s generally fine to eat. You can’t beat the fun outdoor atmosphere and affordable prices either.

2. The Chatuchak Market

Shoppers beware. The Chatuchak Market, also known as the J.J. Market, will suck you into hours upon hours of shopping and snacking. The market spans 6.8 hectares and is one of the largest weekend markets in the world. You can purchase anything from purses to puppies, so bring a full wallet and be prepared to get a little lost.

3. It’s Easy to Get Around

Getting around town is never an issue in Bangkok. From the clean, fast and easy-to-use (stops are announced in English) BTS Skytrain and underground MRT systems to the bounty of taxis, tuk tuks and motorbikes, getting from one point to another is always affordable and fun.

4. Affordable Luxury

Luxury comes at a much more affordable price in Bangkok than most other cosmopolitan cities. Massages, manicures, pedicures, five-star hotels and private drivers won’t set you back as much as you’d expect. Luxury hotels run around $100 per night on discount websites, and with legitimate massages costing less than $10 per hour, why not get one every day?

5. The Nightlife

Whether you’re into staying up all night (Khao San Road) or sipping swanky drinks in a sky bar, Bangkok has nightlife options for every type of party animal. Sukhumvit’s numerous famous streets are packed with nightclubs, bars and restaurants to make any night on the town a memorable one.