Located at the intersection of Phanyothin Road and Ratchadapesek in the northern district of Chatuchak, is Bangkok’s newest night market. The grand opening of April 8th, 2023 marks the start for this enormous night market next to the elephant building.
It consists of two sections on each side of Ratchadapesek Road. The south section festures a flea market atmosphere with vintage products for cars, motorcycles and clothing open each Saturday. The north section features new clothing, accessories and lots and lots of food. It’s open each evening from 4 to midnight.
It’s easily accessible by the light green Sukumvit BTS line by either the Ratchiotin or Phanyothin 24 stations.
The market has lots of space to grow and still has many vendors that have yet to open but in the coming weeks it will be the place to go for locals and tourists alike for an evening of entertainment.
Green Vintage Ratchayothin Night Market - Bangkok’s Newest Market Grand Opening April 2023
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Located on the western bank of the Tha Chin River. It is a royal temple as evident from the royal emblem of King Rama IV on the gable of the wihan. While practicing austerity during his monkhood, the king found this temple and had it restored after his succession to the throne.
It is believed that this royal temple was built during the glory days of the town. King Katae assigned a young Mon to renovate the temple in the year 1181. A huge Buddha image known as ‘Luangpho To’ in the elegant image hall or Wihan is the center of faith for Buddhist people.
With a height of 23.46 metres, the Buddha image is seated in the European style in the posture known as Palilayaka, accepting offerings from an elephant and a monkey, the art from U-Thong Suphannaphum period.
Experts said the Buddha image must have formerly been in the gesture of giving the first sermon and was built outdoors to be seen from a great distance. This style was widely found in the pre and early Ayutthaya periods. The huge Buddha ...
History of Wat Sanam Chai
Wat Sanam Chai is an ancient temple in Suphan Buri, Thailand, located in the Mueang Suphan Buri District. It is part of the province’s historical temple ruins, alongside Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat and Wat Phra That Sala Khao, offering a glimpse into Suphan Buri’s rich past. The temple’s history is tied to the Dvaravati period (877–882 ), when Suphan Buri was known as Mueang Thawarawadi Si Suphannaphumi, a significant settlement possibly linked to the legendary Suvarnabhumi mentioned in ancient Buddhist texts.
According to the Northern Chronicle, King Katae commissioned his brother to construct Wat Sanam Chai concurrently with the renovation of Wat Pa Lelai, indicating its historical importance. The temple features a large, ruined octagonal pagoda, surrounded by a wall with smaller pagodas at the four cardinal points, a distinctive architectural element reflecting its antiquity. This structure suggests it was a significant religious site, likely used for ceremonial ...
Don Mueang Airport to BTS Mo Chit Via A1 Bus
To travel from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to BTS Mo Chit Station by the A1 bus, you can board the service at the designated pickup point in the Service Hall Building next to the International Passenger Terminal (Terminal 1), on the north side of the terminal building, starting from 1 March 2025.
The A1 bus is a direct, high-frequency service that runs via the expressway, making it a quick and convenient option, with a typical travel time of 30 to 45 minutes. Buses depart from the airport from 05 to midnight.
The fare is 30 THB (around $1) per person, payable on board. The bus stops at BTS Mo Chit Station, providing a direct connection to the BTS Skytrain network.
This is a very fast and easy way from the airport to the city. There are other ways but the bus takes you directly to the BTS and MRT near Chatuchak Park.
How To Get From Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to BTS Mo Chit For 30 Baht $1 - Bangkok Thailand 2025
