5 Beautiful Photography Places in BKK
5 Beautiful Photography Places in BKK
Today, Elephant Go Go invites you to explore the more hidden areas of Bangkok beyond the usual temples, palaces and cultural performances. Many are the perfect photo backdrops for your own take of Unseen Thailand so get your cameras ready and hop on board!
Talad Noi
Talad Noi was once a bustling commercial center of Bangkok and was home to a highly diverse community. Today you can still get a glimpse of this diversity from some of the architecture and attractions that remain. You can see the Holy Rosary Church, also known as Kalawar Church, which is a Roman Catholic church built in the 1890s alongside a shrine built by the Chinese community in the area.
In 2016, a street art festival was held in Talad Noi and if you wander into the small alleyways, you can find a handful of street arts on the walls which reflect the perspectives on life in Talad Noi through the eyes of the artists.
Hours : As Talad Noi is a community, the opening and closing time varies by establishments. Visiting in the afternoon to evening is recommended.
Accessiblity : Elephant Go Go on both the Red and the Blue Routes, Wat Traimit stop
Chalermla Park
This compact public park was once deserted but thanks to the street art festival, Chalermla park has been transformed into an outdoor museum, said to be the largest Graffiti collection in Bangkok.
Aside from having the beautiful street art as your perfect photo backdrop, Chalermla park is also a great place to take a break and enjoy some greenery in the heart of Bangkok.
Hours : Everyday 05:30 – 19:00
Accessibility : Elephant Go Go on the Red Route, Siam Paragon stop
Tha Maharaj
Now let’s take some of that Bangkok heat off at the hippest spot by Chao Phraya river, Tha Maharaj or Maharaj Pier.
Maharaj road was once an empty area next to the temple walls in the early Ratanakosin period. Later, the area was developed and so was the pier of Maharaj. Today, it has become a 4 floor community mall where one can visit cafes and restaurants and savour the river view.
The highlight of Tha Maharaj is the 3rd and 4th floor which have been turned into an open area, perfect for enjoying the river breeze. The mall is uniquely decorated and offer many corners for photo taking. There is also a number of interesting programs and tours on offer, such as the river cruise and the walking tour where you can observe the locals’ ways of living.
Hours : Everyday 10:00 – 22:00
Accessibility : Elephant Go Go on the Red Route, Sanam Luang stop and walk towards Tha Maharaj
Chongnonsri Bridge
Another popular photo spot among both locals and visitors is the sky walk above Narathiwas and Sathorn intersection, also known as Chongnonsri Bridge.
The bridge interconnects the BTS (skytrain) station to the BRT (bus rapid transit) station. The unique architecture of the bridge with the blue sky and skyscrapers in the background makes it a modern and beautiful backdrop for photos.
Hours : Everyday at all hours
Accessibility : Elephant Go Go on the Blue Route, King Power Mahanakorn stop
Mahanakorn Tower
Now let’s switch gear to the tallest viewpoint in Bangkok at Mahanakorn Sky Walk, located at King Power Mahanakorn.
King Power Mahanakorn is a 78 floor building with a height of 314 meters. Mahanakorn Skywalk starts on the 74th floor and offers an indoor 360 degree unobstructed view of Bangkok through floor to ceiling glass walls. You can also send a postcard back home from the highest postal box in Thailand.
The highlight is the outdoor area on the 78th floor with a transparent glass floor where you can take a bird’s eye view of the city from the top. There is also a Rooftop bar to quench your thirst while enjoying the skyline of Bangkok.
Hours : Everyday 10.00 – 24.00
Accessibility : Elephant Go Go on the Blue Route, King Power Mahanakorn stop
