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Thailand
China
Area Comparison
Bangkok is 1.3x smaller than Shenzhen
Population Comparison
Bangkok has 1.7x fewer people than Shenzhen
Shenzhen is significantly larger, covering 1.3 times the area of Bangkok. Shenzhen spans 1,997 km² (771 mi²) while Bangkok covers 1,569 km² (606 mi²) — a difference of 428 km².
To put Bangkok's size in perspective, its area of 1,569 km² is roughly the same size as London. Meanwhile, Shenzhen at 1,997 km² is roughly the same size as Tokyo (city proper).
Thailand's capital and largest city. Known as "City of Angels", Bangkok covers 1,569 km² with a population of 10.5 million. The city was established in 1782. Bangkok is known for Grand Palace, Wat Arun, Floating markets, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the BTS Skytrain & MRT.
Bangkok's full ceremonial name is 168 characters long, making it the longest city name in the world
China's tech capital and a major innovation hub. Often called "China's Silicon Valley", Shenzhen has an area of 1,997 km² and is home to 17.6 million people. Its history stretches back to 1979. Visitors come for Tech industry (Huawei, Tencent, DJI), Shenzhen Bay, Window of the World theme park, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Shenzhen Metro.
Shenzhen grew from a fishing village of 30,000 people to a megacity of 17 million in just 40 years
Looking beyond city limits, the Bangkok metropolitan area covers 7,762 km², which is 3.9x larger than greater Shenzhen at 1,997 km². The Shenzhen metro area is also more populous, with 17.6 million people compared to 16.2 million.
Bangkok has a population density of 6,718 people per km² — a densely populated city. Shenzhen, with 8,793 people per km², is a densely populated city. Both cities have comparable density, though Shenzhen is slightly more compact.
Both cities are in Asia, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Bangkok (Thailand) and Shenzhen (China) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Bangkok has a tropical savanna climate while Shenzhen experiences humid subtropical conditions.
Density Gap
Shenzhen is 1.3x more densely populated
History
Bangkok is ~197 years older
The straight-line distance from Bangkok to Shenzhen is 1,732 km (1,076 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~2h 32m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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