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Located just a short distance from the Grand Palace, the National Museum is a treasure trove for history, architecture, and royal fans.
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The royal funeral chariots are lined outside along one of the buildings, decorated in typical gold colours.
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Jim Thompson's House is a Thai-style residence. Home of an American entrepreneur / spy who disappeared in 1967, the house can only be accessed by frequent tours and golf carts take visitors to and from the main road near the Skytrain station.
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The residence is a combination of 6 teak houses with some modifications over the years. For example, the drawing room wall was reversed so the carvings would face inside.
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European architecture is plentiful in Bangrak district, where many foreigners once settled. It also has a great mix of local markets and vibrant streetscapes.
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Assumption Cathedral
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European-style architecture runs along the street towards the Oriental Pier, although they don't look like in good shape at all.
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OP Place is a revitalized historic building that now serves as a high-end antique market.
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I unexpectedly came across a vantage point in a neighbourhood parking lot. I later found out it was actually for the Mandarin Oriental next door.
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The waterfront Fire Station is also in a fairly dipadilated, but not yet abandoned, state.
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Ban Kamthieng was moved from Chiang Mai to Bangkok in the 1960's. The traditional Thai residence features exhibitions about rural life, which is a stark contrast to the skyscrapers and malls along the nearby Thanon Sukhumvit.
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