Well I think the Patpong shows are pretty seedy. The women who perform these acts aren’t the prettiest ones and most of them have obviously born children …stretch marks and C section scars. Thai women are traditionally very modest about their bodies. I can't help wondering how the children of these women feel about answering the question “What does YOUR mummy do for a living?” It’s pure human exploitation and tourists are condoning and perpetuating it by going to see these shows. Furthermore, the Patpong shows are notorious for excessive overcharging and if you query your bill the bouncers can get very aggressive and threatening...be warned.

Be warned also that some of the shows in the back sois around Patpong are very hardcore, particularly those that cater for gay men. Nana and Soi Cowboy (both on Sukhumvit) are like Sunday school outings in comparison to those places.

If you young first timers really want to see some of the “risquée” BKK nightlife then a katoey (ladyboy) stage show might be more fun and entertaining. Angelwitch in Nana Plaza also does a popular floor show which is considerably more erotic than either Patpong or the usual bored-looking girls shuffling around poles.

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