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Charoen Chai Community and Ban Bat | Bangkok Hidden Gems |

In this blog, I will take you to two hidden gems communities in Bangkok. They are offbeat experience. These community visits show you the traditioal monk armbowl making and Shino-Thai way of life. If you enjoy real local life experience, you should read this blog. The communities that I will show you are Charoen Chai

Wat Khae Nang Loeng Community and Nang Loeng Palace

Wat Khae Nang Loeng Community There is speculation that the name ‘Nang Loeng may come from ‘E-loeng’, a type of Mon earthen jar which had been sold here and gave the name E-loeng to this quarter. The name ‘E-loeng’ was modified to be more proper as ‘Nang Loeng under the premiership of Marshall Phibunsongkhram (E

Nang Loeng Market | The First Land Market of Thailand

13/02/2021 03/03/2021
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Nang Loeng Market, the century-old market, was officially opened on 29th March 1901 by Rama V. Its uniqueness lies in its buildings and its vicinity’s well preserved 19th century architecture. There is another Prince Chumphon Shrine at the marekt. Due to its proximity to Prince Chumphon’s Estate, the market’s Prince Chumphpon Shrine is regarded as

Rama V constructed Ratchadamnoen Avenue to serve as the main road between the Grand Palace and the Dusit Palace in 1899. It is modelled after the Champs Elysee in Paris and consits of three parts. The first part is Ratchdamnoen Nai (Inner Ratchadamnoen). The second one is Ratchadamnoen Klang (Middle Ratchadamnoen), and the third part is Ratchadamnoen Nok (Outer Ratchadamnoen). Along the avenue, there are interesting attractions to visit. These are Democracy Monument, the 14th Octorber Memorial, Ratchadamnoen Boxing Stadium, Wat Ratchanatdaram, Ratchadamnoen Contemporary Art Center and 14th octorber memorial. In 1937, the Ratchadamnoen Klang buildings were constructed. The buildings' architecture utilizes a quadrangle and circle, which are normally found in its contempararies. Ratchadamnoen Avenue serves as Bangkok's large open museum. Its collection reflects the history of Thailand in many aspects such as society, culture, and politic. Democracy Monument Democracy Monument is the symbol of Thai democracy and located on the avenue. Here at the mornument is regards as "Kilometre Zero" of Bangkok which is rarely known by locals Marshall Phibunsongkhram constructed the monument in order to commemorate the revolution of 1932. The monument has been an imprtant demonstration site many times. The 14th Octorber Memorial Another monument nearby is "the 14th Octorber Memorial located at Khok Wua intersection. The monument is dedicated to people who lost their lives in the student revolution in 14th October 1973. Maha Chetsadabodin Pavillion Plaza Maha Chetsadabodin Pavillion Plaza is another beautiful attraction located along Ratchadamnoen Avenue that is worth exploring. The plaza was constructed in 1989 to replace Sala Chalerm Thai (The Modern Thai Theatre). It is the site of Rama III statue. Wat Ratchanatdaram and the Loha Prasat are visible from the plaza. Nearby, there is an ancient fort "Mahakan Fort' located. The fort is one of the two remaining fortes out of 15 forts built in Rama's I reign.

Rama V constructed Ratchadamnoen Avenue to serve as the main road between the Grand Palace and the Dusit Palace in 1899. It is modelled after the Champs Elysee in Paris and consits of three parts. The first part is Ratchdamnoen Nai (Inner Ratchadamnoen). The second one is Ratchadamnoen Klang (Middle Ratchadamnoen), and the third part

Thai Nakon | Royal Nielloware Maker, Lion Head Making and Mahatthai Uthit Bridge

Since 1932, a grop of businessmen and mielloware makers from Nakhon Si Thammarat have run "Thai Nakon", a nielloware making shop near this old Bangkok quarter. At the beginning , Thai Nakon shop produced items like cigar saskets, powder cases, picture frames, and silver trays. It also has been the purveyor to the Royal Household. Nowadays, Thai Nakon meillowares still produces the product in traditional way. The shop is located on Prachthipatai Road close to Wat Tri Thotsathep. Betel box Bracelet By thainakonintimex.com/ Lion Head Making Initiated by Chaiwat Boonshuprasert, the third generation leader and inheritor of lion dance group, "Luk Chao Poh Phraka" who experimented by making their own lion head instead of buying from markets. In the beginning, the making depended on kinsman, whose experitse is kite making, designing and sculpting the bamboo frame. Currently, Luk Chao Poh Phraka is a family enterprise. The lion head made here is distinct in its pattern, and would be decorated and restored to a graceful state for its time span, and is not for sale because it is believed, like cooking recipe, that its' value would be decreased if it was imitated. Photo by แฟนเพจคณะสิงโตและมังกรทองลูกเจ้าพระยา Mahatthai Uthit Bridge Mahatthai Uthit Bridge was built to honour Rama V and facilitate land traffice. However, the reign ended before the construction was completed. Mahatthai Uthit Bridge was designed with European influence and modern engineering. The bas-relief of a women holding a child with a tuberose bouquet in the middle of the right railing, and another bas-relief of a man touching a boy's shoulder to console him on the left railing were created to represent Thai people's gratitude to theri king and their sorrow for the king's death. Therefore, the Mahatthai bridge bears another name; "Saphan Rong Hai" (Mourning Bridge). By th.wikipedia.org/ By ประวัติศาสตร์ราชอาณาจักรสยาม By the way,

Since 1932, a grop of businessmen and mielloware makers from Nakhon Si Thammarat have run “Thai Nakon”, a nielloware making shop near this old Bangkok quarter. At the beginning , Thai Nakon shop produced items like cigar saskets, powder cases, picture frames, and silver trays. It also has been the purveyor to the Royal Household.

Bang Lamphu : The Old Bangkok Downtown Neighborhood

27/01/2021 06/02/2021
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Ban Duriay Praneet, Bang Lamphu, Chakraphong Mosque, Chao Pho Nu Shrine, Goldsmith in Trok Chakraphong Mosque

Decades ago, Bang Lamphu was the urban center with its market, department stores, cinema, theatre etc. Nowsaday, the travel business has become the top priority, and the area is full of hotels, guesthouses, travel agencies and many entertainment places. There are many artistic and cultural spaces in Bang Lamphu. If you walk around there are

Wat Arun : The Temple of Dawn

27/01/2021 06/02/2021
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Bangkok landmark, Prang Wat Arun, the temple of dawn, Wat Arun

The temple was built in the Ayutthaya period. The Prang of Wat Arun, Khmer style, is recognized worldwilde for its magnificence. There were many names that the temple had been called such as Wat Makok, Wat Makok Nok, Wat Chaeng and Wat Arn Rachataram. Its final name was “Wat Arun Racha Wararam during the reign

Wat Chana Songkharm : The Temple of Victory and Fortune

Wat Chana Songkharm or the Temple of Victory was once named ‘Wat Klang Na’ or ‘Wat Tong Pu.’ The temple was constructed in Ayutthaya period which is over 300 years old. In the reign of King Rama I, the first king of Rattanakosin Kingdom, the king restored the temple. The location of the temple was

Khaosan Road : Bangkok World Famous Backpackers Street

Khaosan Road or in Thai, Thanon Khaosan (Thanon means street in Thai) was used to be the location of courtiers’ residences. The most common productr of the area is milled rice (Khaosan means rice), so the road was named ‘Khaosan Road’ for this reason. Khaosan Road in the past. Photo by https://www.silpa-mag.com/culture/article_19050 In the past, foreign

National Theatre, Phra Athit Road and Phra Sumen Fort

24/01/2021 31/01/2021
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National Theatre The National Theatre or the Institution of Music and Theatre located in the old Front Palace. It was founded in 1965 as the stage for performing and other artistic-cultural related activities, and as the centre of international cultural exchange. thaipost.net There are theatrical and musical performances all year long. You will find Classical

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