Itinerary beyond ordinary - Bangkok

Unusual itinerary to inspire next adventure..

It's been 7 years since my first visit to Bangkok, Thailand; one of the most busiest cities in the world. Somehow I still cannot stand and understand the level of congestion there. Especially on Friday's afternoon and evening. Hence, this time around (actually the trip was on June & July 2019) I experienced the motorcycle ride services in order to avoid the heavy traffic jam. Don't worry, it's safe! And it's proven.

In this short video, I took the ride from Gate 1, Chatuchak Market; to Mo Chit Station BTS SkyTrain. And from there I travelled around by train. The rail services however quite convenience, fast, practical and definitely cheap. The train fare for a single journey is from 15baht per ticket. Tips : please standby small change/coins for the ticket machine. Or else, have a long queue at the ticket counter. 

A g'day at Chatuchak Weekend Market

Railway Market

7 years ago, this Bangkok Railway Market as not as popular as today. Compared to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market which is only 40km away from this Railway Market. Both Railway & Floating markets have their own uniqueness. Personally, the first time I saw this kind of bizarre concept of railway market is via a Philippines's 2004 Movie named "Bcuz of U", also starring by a famous Korean singer Sandara Park (2NE1). But now, I've seen it live in front of my own eyes. 

Although it's dangerous, but the train is quite slow (maybe 10km/h) when passing by the market area. They said that the market was there first, then they built the train line right thru it but the market refused to leave. And now, due to that tenacious-minded of local people; the place has become one of the iconic tourist attraction in Thailand. The traditional wet market selling fresh vegetables, fruits and seafood too. The best part is when the seller slowly and patiently remove some of their products to give a way for the train to pass by. Please get yourself updated on the train's arrival/departure time; and make sure you arrive at least 15-30minutes earlier to eye-witness this special moment.

It's a bird, it's a plane... no, it's a train

ASIATIQUE The Riverfront

This large open-air mall, I believe built from old warehouses or former docks is also a new attraction in Bangkok. Apart from good dine-in and shopping area, this place also provide lots of chargeable activities including Sky Wheel, Merry-go-round, Muay Thai Show, Haunted House and many more.

Facing the Chao Phraya River, this Asiatique have a beautiful river view during both day and night time. For Muslim visitor, there's NO Halal Restaurant available, but there's some stall selling Halal food at the river bazaar. For Non-Muslim, you may get some exotic food here. As such, crocodile meat.

But if you come early, you can grab cheaper Halal food at the food court next to Bang Uthit Mosque in front of Asiatique. Both food court and mosque closed around 8-9pm, whereas the Asiatique closed somewhere midnight.

this is nothing.. if compared to

Crocodile Meat for sale

Last but not least...

Mall hoping

MBK (Mah Boon Krong) Mall, Siam Discovery, Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Square and Hard Rock Cafe are located at one same area. Siam is the former name of Thailand. All reachable by BTS, and just walking distance from Siam Station. Since I am not a spender, my lovely Thai friend took me to After You Dessert Café after the window shopping. Back in Malaysia, we have similar café named MyKori Dessert Café. Oh ya, Chaolay Seafood is very nice Halal restaurant that located at the 6th floor (lot 6A03), MBK Mall. Highly recommended!