Bangkok is an excellent place, but sometimes Bangkok has to defeat the Thonburi zone. Besides the better traffic, the atmosphere is classic and more uncomplicated, unlike in the city. Here is the list to take you to fantastic places with chic instagrammable spots for you to enjoy checking in.
1. Icon Siam
A new elegant landmark that meets every need for shopping. The modern combines the Thai style decorations. The waterside area is a must, where you can find restaurants and cafes lined up from the first floor to the rooftop. You can chill out, sipping coffee in the pleasant breeze.
Location: Charoen Nakhon Road, Khlong San, Bangkok
2. Talad Phlu
If you come to the Thonburi zone, you're not entirely arriving if you don't visit Talad Phlu. The vintage area has become Thonburi's signature. Full of classic architecture on 2 sides of the road and budget-friendly street food but packed with quality.
Location: Thoet Thai Road, Talat Phlu, Thonburi, Bangkok
3. Santa Cruz Church, Kudi Jeen Community
The prestigious church was built in the Thonburi era. The Chinese community has lived around the church since Thonburi was the capital city. And interestingly preserves the traditional lifestyle. Inside, the church is beautifully decorated in renaissance and neoclassical architecture
Location: Soi Kudeejeen, Kanlaya Temple, Thonburi, Bangkok
4. Long 1919
You can't miss this place for those who want to take hipster shots! This place stimulates the Chinese in the Rattanakosin era ambiance and becomes a vintage Thai-Chinese style attraction. Feel the cool breeze by the river, chill in a cefé, and enjoy snapping photos all day long
Location: Chiang Mai Road, Khlong San, Bangkok
5. Wat Phitchaya
Or Wat Phitchaya Yatikaram Worawihan, the beautiful temple in the Thonburi area, combines Chinese architecture with colored tiles and stones from Chinese sailing ships. The Hi-Light is the ravishing Pra Prang Sam Yod which was built in the western style with wood stencils and stucco decoration.
Location: Somdet Chao Phraya Road, Khlong San, Bangkok