Talat Mai is a walking Street Chinese Market located in Soi Yaowarat 6, part of the vibrant Chinatown area (Yaowarat Road), renowned for its bustling night markets, street food, and traditional Chinese goods.
The Sky Bar is located on the 23rd floor of the Grand China Hotel and offers a spectacular 360-degree view over the Chinatown skyline. Open from 3 pm until midnight every day, itโs especially impressive when the sun is setting over the Chao Phraya River.
Wat Chakkrawat Rachawat Woramahawihan earned its nickname from the resident population of large reptiles. The legend goes that an especially belligerent man-eating croc with a missing eye, going by the nickname Ai-bod, was being hunted by angry locals and took refuge beneath a monkโs house in the temple.
Trading has been an integral part of Chinatownโs history since there was Chinatown, and the various budget-friendly markets are an excellent display of that. Aside from Sampeng Lane and the Klong Ong Ang Canal Walking Street, there are several others, including Klong Thom Market, Talat Kao and Itsaraphap Lane.
The highlight of the Tian Fah Foundation compound is the large and beautiful Chinese-style shrine. It used to be concealed behind a row of shophouses, making it one of Bangkokโs better-kept secrets, but the obstacle was demolished so that the shrine could properly shine.
Wat Mangkon Kamalawat is the best of the cultural things to do in Chinatown, Bangkokโs largest Chinese Buddhist temple. Built in 1846, the templeโs design is unmistakably Chinese. The statues of the Four Heavenly Kings at the entrance are particularly impressive, though the main Buddha statue in the ordination hall is also impressive.
Sampeng Lane is one of those streets in Chinatown I always seem to end up at. Itโs a narrow, hectic alley running behind Yaowarat Road, and while itโs packed and sometimes a bit overwhelming, itโs full of life and energy you donโt really find anywhere else in Bangkok.
Explore the vibrant floating markets near Bangkok, where colourful boats brimming with fresh produce, local snacks, and souvenirs glide along scenic canals. Discover the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, often paired with the unique experience of the Maeklong Train Market.
The striking spire of Wat Trai Mit protects a 5-metre-tall seated Buddha statue made of solid gold. Weighing in at 5.5 tonnes, the statue dates back to the 13th century and was originally covered in plaster
Hua Lamphong Railway Station in Bangkok, officially known as Bangkok Railway Station, is one of the cityโs iconic landmarks. Opened in 1916, this grand building is located in the heart of Bangkok and serves as a major transportation hub.
The new Nobu Rooftop Restaurant on the 57th, 58th, and 60th floors of The Empire Tower in Bangkok is a remarkable addition to the cityโs dining scene and one of the most luxurious rooftop experiences Bangkok has to offer.
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After being open for over four decades in the Ploenchit district, Central Chidlom, one of Bangkok’s most popular department stores, finally got a full renovation.
Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok Review Located in the calm, upmarket area of Ploenchit, Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok is one of the most exclusive hotels in… Read More »Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok
A Day on Koh Kret Island Near Bangkok For those who have been trapped in Bangkokโs infamous traffic gridlock, the idea of an island with… Read More »Koh Kret, Bangkok
Bangkok Riverside is the most attractive part of Bangkok and every visitor should go around there one day, or even better book a hotel on the river bank.
No visit to Bangkok is complete without exploring its sights along the Chao Phraya River, the mighty waterway that weaves through the heart of the city. Explore the cityโs cultural treasures at such temples as Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Arun.
Khlong Bang Luang Floating Market is a small local gem hidden along the canals on the Thonburi side of Bangkok. The market is filled with delicious food and many handmade products that show the locals’ craftsmanship.
Bangkok is blessed with more than 400 temples. locally known as ‘Wats’ and many of them are immense, superbly crafted and should absolutely be part of your visit to Thailand.
Korean Town in Sukhumvit Plaza is a little slice of Korea on Sukhumvit Road, in the heart of Bangkok. It’s an old four-story mall packed with Korean restaurants, shops, and businesses, mostly located on the ground floor and first floor.
