A fort from 1783
One of two survivors.
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One of only two survivors of the fourteen forts King Rama I built in 1783 to guard the new capital along its walls and river. It is a white octagonal fort with cannon openings and a red roof, standing on the bank of the Chao Phraya at the northern tip of the old city, close to well-known Khao San Road. Beside the fort is little Santichaiprakan Park on the river, with lawns, benches and a boardwalk over the water, home to the area's last lamphu tree, the tree that gave the Banglamphu district its name. From the park there is a view of the Rama VIII suspension bridge, loveliest at sunset when residents come out to stroll. Entry to the park and the fort's surroundings is free, and the park is open from early morning until evening. A public river-boat pier is close by. Heat and humidity peak from March to May, and afternoon downpours are heavy from June to October. A quiet break after the crowded temples, and a nice spot for children to run about by the river. Combine it with a walk through old Banglamphu.
One of two survivors.
Boardwalk and bridge view.
Origin of the district's name.
Phra Athit Road, Banglamphu, on the Chao Phraya River
Bangkok National MuseumThailand's main museum and one of the largest in Southeast Asia, occupying the o10 minutes walk
Bangkok City Pillar ShrineThe place where Bangkok was officially born: when King Rama I founded the new ca16 minutes walk
Wat Suthat and the Giant SwingOne of Bangkok's first-class royal temples, begun by King Rama I in 1807, with K19 minutes walk
Grand Palace and the Emerald BuddhaThailand's most famous landmark: a lavish royal complex of palaces, halls and te20 minutes walk
Wat Saket and the Golden MountA steep artificial hill crowned by a gleaming golden stupa, known as the Golden 21 minutes walkThe fort is seen from outside and from the park; its interior is not usually open. The park is the place to linger.