The Best Spots for Photography Lovers in Bangkok
Photography is an art form, and there is no better subject to shoot than Thailand’s capital city, Bangkok. From shimmering temples to prehistoric-looking lizards, here are the best spots for photography lovers in Bangkok.
1. Wat Maha Pruettharam Worawihan
Wat Maha Pruettharam Worawihan is less frequented than most of the temples found around the capital, but it provides those with a knack for photography some of the best shots in town. In addition to the temple’s glistening features and intricately designed interior, one of the best views of the towering MahaNakhon can be seen from between two large, shimmering structures towards the back of Wat Maha Pruettharam Worawihan.
Wat Maha Pruettharam Worawihan, Bangkok, จังหวัด กรุงเทพมหานคร 10500
2. Airplane Graveyard
Ruins
The Khlongs
Many years ago, the Thai capital was dubbed the Venice of the East because of the many canals that ran through the city. Many of these waterways have since been filled in, to make way for Bangkok’s expanding concrete jungle, however, some khlongs (canals) remain in the city today. Their main purpose is to serve as a means of transportation, and the water, boats, and passengers certainly provide photographers with some noteworthy shots. These waterways run from Banglamphu to Ramkhamhaeng, and photographers can hop on and off as they please for incredibly affordable prices (about ฿10-20).
3. Lumpini Park
Park
4. Erawan Shrine
Shrine
5. Hua Lamphong Train Station
Train Station
6. Chinatown
From the strange eats to the abundance of souvenir and shopping vendors tucked in-between the many sois (streets), there is seemingly no shortage of photo opportunities in Chinatown. Maybe it is the gaudy gold shops which catch photographers’ eyes (no photographs are allowed inside of these shops, however). Tuk-tuks are especially photogenic, lining the neon-lit street. During the day, head to Sampeng Lane to photograph everything from wig shops to entire stores dedicated to colorful stuffed animals. After dark, be sure to head to Yaowarat Road for the food, lights, and more, just waiting to have their pictures taken.
Yaowarat Road, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon
7. Flower Market
Market
8. The Grand Palace
As one of the most visited landmarks in Thailand, photographers are going to have to get creative in order to rid selfie-taking tourists from their perfect shot. Those able to do so, however, will certainly have a noteworthy stack of photographs. One of the palace’s most prominent features is Wat Phra Kaew, the temple that sits in the scenic grounds. Both are worthy of a photo (or ten).
Grand Palace, Na Phra Lan Rd, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok, 10200, +66 02 623 5500
9. Wat Arun
Buddhist Temple
10. Soi Cowboy
Bar, Cocktails
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