The menu is not extensive, but it has delicious homemade yogurts, smoothies, and caffeinated beverages. The quiet area of Pho Nimit is almost eerily so. It mostly serves local Thais who work, live, and go to school here. Otherwise, visitors will find the temple Wat Pho Nimit, a few Thai bars and restaurants, and that is about it. Thonburi is fairly spread out, so visitors will have to utilize all forms of transportation to get from one point to the next.
Unfortunately, the train does not get too close to any of these, but apps such as Grab make it cheap and easy to visit all sites in the area. Maybe it is because of the five rising prangs , or towers, that overlook the mighty Chao Phraya River. Maybe people are drawn to the colorful tiles decorated with foliage, and the pieces of porcelain covering the temple.
Regardless, this is a must-see place in Thonburi. The main prang is currently undergoing construction, and while it may prevent visitors from getting that perfect photograph they were hoping for, the temple is stunning all the same. Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok The stark, white fort that sits on the edge of the Chao Phraya River was built in , in the hopes that it would protect what was then the capital city of Ayutthaya from attackers. It is now used by the Royal Thai Navy. It is a creative hub where people can come to work, fuel up on caffeine, and catch a traditional Thai puppetry show while they are at it!
The house is equipped with a unique gift shop filled with handmade goods and souvenirs. The house itself is over years old, and it is a great place to spend an afternoon. This year-old temple is a must-see religious structure for those visiting Thonburi. Many tend to skip over or simply neglect to see this majestic temple as they are drawn towards its more popular neighbor, Wat Arun. In addition to having its own pier, making it easy for visitors to get to, it also sees fewer visitors in general, especially compared to Wat Arun.
Wat Kalayanamit, Thon Buri, Bangkok. The church, otherwise known as the Church of the Holy Cross, is the oldest Catholic church in the capital. One of the best ways to photograph this church is from across the river at sunset.
The Tonson Mosque is the oldest mosque in the capital. It is believed to have been built during the Ayutthaya period, in It was originally made of teak, but was later renovated in to look as it does today. It is used as both a religious structure and a tourist destination, as it is stunning.
The Siriraj Medical Museum , otherwise dubbed the Death Museum, is not one but six different museums, most of which are slightly terrifying. Because most of the information is in Thai, it can be hard for visitors to get past the babies floating in formaldehyde to appreciate the wealth of knowledge there is here. The Siriraj Medical Museum is open from 10 am to 5 pm daily, except Tuesdays and official holidays.
Those hoping to take some delicious Thai recipes home with them should check out Amita Thai Cooking Class. From mango sticky rice to spicy prawn soup, there is a dish for everyone at this school. Be sure to book ahead. Want to be closer to the river than on its murky banks? Then try a dinner cruise with Manohra Cruises, one of the most authentic dining experiences on the River of Kings. The dining deck is small and intimate, making for a romantic evening on the water.
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Travel Guides. Videos Beyond Hollywood Hungerlust Pioneers of love. Things to Do. The western bank of the Chaophraya River, although originally a separate city, is now part of Bangkok. However, it's still known by its old name of Thonburi. The most recognizable sight on this side of the river is the old towering temple of the dawn, Wat Arun.
Aside from this, there isn't much here to attract the short-term tourist. But, if you have the time, there are some interesting neighborhoods and other sights to poke around in. The area of Thonburi around the west end of the Memorial Bridge Saphan Phut in Thai is actually one of the oldest settled areas of Bangkok.
Back when Ayutthaya was the capital of Siam, this was the site of the main docks where ships from China and Europe would dock, and offload cargoes to be sent further up the river to Ayutthaya.
The district was home to settlers from many countries, such as China and India, and later the Portuguese and other Europeans.
It's an interesting area to explore, which you can do on foot with my walking tour.
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