Sathorn is one of a busy area in Bangkok that offer both modernity and traditon. The area has a mix of experience that is worth to explore. Let me show you interesting attractons in Sathorn that you should explore. These are Saint Louis Church, Wat Yan Nawa, Yawa Mosque, Chan Alley, Beautiful garen at Tae Chew Association and Kukrit Pramoj's House Museum. Saint Louis Church It was established when Father Louis Chorin was appointed as a bishop of the Bangkok Diocese. He moved the Bishop Conference from Assumption Church to an area that is presently near Saint Louis Hospital, because he thought that many Christians lived in that area. Photo credit: วัดเซนต์หลุย กรุงเทพ Later in 1955, he announced the building of a church on the land of Bishop Louis Way and Father Louis Romier. As for the church architecture, it has a simple gable roof. The outer side of the roof was all built by bricks. Photo credit: วัดเซนต์หลุย กรุงเทพ Saint Louis Church is another religious site that shows the multiplicity of people in the Sathorn District. Wat Yan Nawa Photo credit: bktemple.wordpress.com Wat Yan Nawa was originally named 'Wat Khok Kwai' and then renamed to 'Wat Yan Nawa' which translated into the boat temple. It is an old Buddhist temple from the Ayutthaya period. It has a unique junki-shaped (an ancient Chinese sailing ship) pagoda and monastery built by an order of King Rama III. The idea behind the construction was that the Chinese junk was quickly disapperingand the pagada show show present descendants what it looked like. The replica of a Chinese junk vessel contains two white pagodas. In the Bali room, there are statues of Vessantara, Kanha and Jali which depict the story of Buddha's past life. On the back door of the pagoda, there are the
Sathorn is one of a busy area in Bangkok that offer both modernity and traditon. The area has a mix of experience that is worth to explore. Let me show you interesting attractons in Sathorn that you should explore. These are Saint Louis Church, Wat Yan Nawa, Yawa Mosque, Chan Alley, Beautiful garen at Tae
Bang Rak is another historic district that is full of culture interesting attractions. In this blog, I will show you what the district has to offer for tourists. You will learn about Silom Road, Assumption Cathedral, Bang Rak Market, Wat Sri Mahamariamman, Sulakastan, Bangkok Folk Museum, Grand Postal Building, Wat Suan Phlu, Harun Mosque, Jael Aeng Beal Shrine, the Reading Room, and Neilson Hays Library. Silom Road Silom Road is a fascinating mix between the old-fashioned and the modern look of the area in the heart of Bangkok. In day time, the road is vivacious and full of working life. But for the tourists, this place is the source of countless restaurants, shopping centers, as well as religious places, old community area and learning centre which offer a more relaxed and vibrant mood rather than nearby areas like Sathorn and Siam. In these passing years, Silom Road becomes another fine line to celebrate a great splash every year attracting people from everywhere to gather together for fun activities all day and night. In the nightime, colourful nightlife fills both sides of Silom Road especially at Soi Taniya, Silom and Phatphong which are famous world wide. These small Sois are packed with a great selection of hangout hotspots from pumping pubs to rooftop bar and restaurants where many wild funky shows and live gigs are available for all visitors. Assumption Cathedral The two centuries old Italian-renaissance cathedral, Assumption Cathedral was built by Thai-Portuguese Friar Pascal to be the centre of the Catholic community in Thailand and to serve as the residence for the Bishop of the Mission to Siam. Assumption Cathedral was designed by a French architect and its ornaments such as marble and stained glass were imported from Italy and France. Assumption Cathedral is a red brick building with white mouldings.
Bang Rak is another historic district that is full of culture interesting attractions. In this blog, I will show you what the district has to offer for tourists. You will learn about Silom Road, Assumption Cathedral, Bang Rak Market, Wat Sri Mahamariamman, Sulakastan, Bangkok Folk Museum, Grand Postal Building, Wat Suan Phlu, Harun Mosque, Jael
In this blog, we will explore Bangkok attractions that are less known to tourists such as Ban Krua Nuea Community, Jamiul Khairiah Mosque, Ari Alley, Ministry of Finance's Flea Market and Ban Ari Dharma Library. These attractions are not mainstream. Thus, it will be less touristy and full of local culture and experience. Ban Krua Nuea Community According to historical accounts, Ban Krua Nuea of the Cham Community, migrated to Siam in the reign of Rama I. Originally, they were renowned in fishery and silk-weaving. The latter developed to be-the community's specialty. Photo credit: บ้านครัวผ้าไหมไทย Photo credit: ชมชนบ้านครัวเหนือ Initially, silk products produced here were for everyday use like sarongs. However, the outstanding craftsmanship was spotted by Jim Thompson who helped to modernize products and marketed them aboard. High quality silk products from Ban Krua Nuea were popular among foreigners and were selected to be featured in the film 'Ben Hur' but after Thompson's disappearance, silk-weaving in the community began to decline. Nowadays, there are only two families who remain as silk-weavers with some degree of governmental support. Jamiul Khairiah Mosque Also known as 'Surao Asa Cham' (Cham Volunteer Corps' Mosque), this mosque was built in the early Bangkok period. According to historical accounts it was built by Phraya Ratchabangsaenmaen, a Cham officer. Photo credit: masjidmap.co.th Photo credit: matichon.co.th In Rama VII's reign, the old hipped roof building of the mosque was torn down to make way for the new concert building. The exterior wall is made of stone and was the old building's facade. It's roof is a sky deck with a dome at its centre. The front part's floor is laid with craft ceramic tiles which are well preserved. The mosque was completed in 1957. Its interior is large and decorated gracefully. The mosque has been a part of the Ban Krua Community
In this blog, we will explore Bangkok attractions that are less known to tourists such as Ban Krua Nuea Community, Jamiul Khairiah Mosque, Ari Alley, Ministry of Finance’s Flea Market and Ban Ari Dharma Library. These attractions are not mainstream. Thus, it will be less touristy and full of local culture and experience. Ban Krua Nuea
In this blog, I will take you to Victory Monument, Phaya Thai Palace, Suan Pakkad Museum, and King Power Downtown Complex. These attractions are located in Rathathewi District. Victory Monument Dedicated to military, police, and civilians who lost their lives in the Siam-French Indochina border conflict, it was officially opened on 24th June 1942. The site formerly known as 'Sanam Pao intersection', now is an important transport hub served by bus lines, elevated train, and van services around the clock. There are numerous shops and stalls in this area. Photo credit: nawit Photo credit: EDT Guide Photo credit: EDT Guide Suan Santiphap (Public park) and Soi Phranang Library are also located nearby. Boat Noodle or "Kuay Tiao Ruea" is the Victory Monument area's famous dish. The recommended noodle stall is in the Fashion Mall's section, which has been selling noodles for decades. The noodle is served in a small bowl with meat and thick soup, and always eaten with fried pork skin and fried wonton dough. In the past, boats served as floating noodle stalls. Nowadays boats are often kept in the noodle stalls as a symbol. The Victory Monument is located on Phahonyothin Road. Phaya Thai Palace (Phra Ratcha Wang Phaya Thai) Nearby also you can visit Phaya Thai Palace which is open only on every Saturday with two guided tours at 9.30 am and 1.30 pm. The palace was constructed on Rama V's reign but had served as Royal Residence for a short time. Under Rama VI's reign, it was Queen Saovabha Phongsri of Rama V's residence untill her death. Photo credit: wikipedia.org Later, the palace was converted to serve many proposes such as hotel, radio station, and military hospital which is now Phra Mongkutklao College of Medicine. The palace was built in Romanesque-Gothic architecture. Photo credit: wikipedia.org
In this blog, I will take you to Victory Monument, Phaya Thai Palace, Suan Pakkad Museum, and King Power Downtown Complex. These attractions are located in Rathathewi District. Victory Monument Dedicated to military, police, and civilians who lost their lives in the Siam-French Indochina border conflict, it was officially opened on 24th June 1942. The
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 Community and Ban Bat. Charoen Chai Community Charoen Chai Community's attractiveness is reflected in its' own culture. The community reflected the Shino-Thai way of life in this part of Yaowarat, where they have been here for a century and have continued their trades for generations. Shop selling metal paper Charoen Chai Community is home to shops, selling items for Chinese ceremonies such as metal paper, paper-mache, and ornaments. There are also herbal shops, traditional food vendors, and Phlapphla Chai Camera, an old photo equipment shop, in the community. By nairobroo.com Ban Kao Lao Rueang (an old house with stories) is also located there on a small alley on Chareon Krung Soi 23, near Wat Mangkon Kamalawat. It's a small local museum run by local people to provide knowledge about Sino-Thai people's traditional way of life in this area, as it is going to be swept away by urban development. By nairobroo.com Ban Bat Ban Bat (Almsbowl maker quarter) is an old community where people had lived their lives as almsbowl makers for many generations. Ban Bat's famous hand-made almsbowls were not only available at sampeng and Sao Chingcha but nation-wide. Each house in this quarter makes almsbowls in a different part of its procedure. Nowadays, the community of Ban Bat has set up a project to prerserve this craftsmanship as well as being a tourist attracton. From the community, you can walk to the famous Golden Mount of Wat Saket to explore the attraction that was
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 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 in Thai is not a polite women's title). This quarter is centred on "Wat Sunthon Thammathan" (Wat Khae Nang Loeng). Wat Khae Nang Loeng has its trace back to Rama III reign. There is also a memorial of Mitr Chaibancha, Thailand's famous film star whose body was taken to perform rites after his death at this temple. Mitr Chaibancha Photo credit dailynews.co.th/ Wat Khae Nang Loeng is also home to famous "Trok Lakhon" (Drama Alley) which preserves cultural heritage,; Khon (Thai mask play), Lakhon (Thai traditonal drama), Nang Talung (Thai shadow play), Li Ke, and Pi-phat (Thai traditional woodwind band) although facing a lack of support. Li Ke show Khon show. Photo credit โขนรามเกียรติ์ Nang Talung Photo credit: silpa-mag.com There are a few cultural centres dedicated to preserve these art "Ban Nangloeng", a century old traditional Thai house, is dedicated to preserve traditonal Thai play, Lakhon Chatri, and "Ban Tenram" (House of Dances), a renovated Dancing School Ban Samakkhi Leelard, now serves as both dancing museum and dancing school. Ban Nangloeng in Wat Khae Nang Loeng Community. Credit : bangkokpost.com Photo credit : bangkokpost.com In short, the community is a hidden gem that is interesting to explore if you would like to stay away from Bangkok mainstream attractions. You can customize your own itinerary with a visit to the community with Explorenique's custom tour experience. For more info please click here Nang Loeng Palace Nang Loeng Palace or Wang Nang Loeng in Thai was constructed to be Prince Chumphon's residence
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
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 the community of Mon people who had lived since the Thonburi Period. These Mon people had played an important role in the war against Burma, thus Somdet Phra Bowonratchao Maha Sura Singhanat then named the temple "Wat Chana Songkharm" or the Temple of Victory as a monument. By siamrath.co.th By posttoday.com At the temple, there are two important architectural features. First, it's the ubosot, which shows the master craftsmanship of King Rama I's period, and inside of which placed the golden lacquered Buddha in the gesture Pang Mara Wichai or the gesture of defeating evil. By splendour The second one is Phra Chedi with a spire in the traditon of Ayutthaya art. Due to the blessing name, people like to pray at Wat Chana Songkram for their fortunes. Although there are small numbers of Mon monks, there still are Mon language sermons in the Mahachat sermon every year.
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
If you’re looking to explore Bangkok’s urban attractions, then the Bangkok's Airplane Graveyard is by far one of the most interesting things out there. This is a Bangkok unique attraction that stands out with its visual appeal and just very distinct set of ideas. The Bangkok Airplane Graveyard is a place where you can find a plethora of hulking airplane carcasses. They are either near each other or even on top of one another. Taylor weidman/getty images Why does the Bangkok Airplane Graveyard exist? This top unique experience in Bangkok was once used to be a relaxing beer drinking place. It was call "Runaway Beer Festival." The land owner bought old planes that get stripped of parts, and those parts were sold on the secondary market. The site was established as a beer hangout place with these cool old airplane parts in the setting. It was a place where the locals in that part of town could hangout and relax. However, the business did not go as planned. The owner shut downed venue. However, Throughout the years many poor families have moved in here with the owner’s consent. They used these parts of the airplane as shelter. They take complete advantage of the sheltering capabilities provided by the airplanes themselves. Some fuselage sections were cut in half in order to serve as buildings to live in. Despite being an important urban architecture attraction, the Bangkok Airplane Graveyard is set to be removed. It’s due to the MRT Orange line which is built right under. How can you reach this Bangkok unique attraction? If you want to visit Bangkok's Airplane Graveyard, you should know this is right on the Ramkhamhaeng Road between soi 103 and 105. The easiest way is to take the Saen Saep boat service and wait until the last stop, which
If you’re looking to explore Bangkok’s urban attractions, then the Bangkok’s Airplane Graveyard is by far one of the most interesting things out there. This is a Bangkok unique attraction that stands out with its visual appeal and just very distinct set of ideas. The Bangkok Airplane Graveyard is a place where you can find
