Experience Bangkok your way: Chatrium Grand Bangkok reveals the pinnacle

Blending the timeless grace of Thai culture with the grandeur of luxury international hospitality, Chatrium Grand Bangkok is an exceptional destination for experiential international visitors who want to discover the heart and soul of the Thai capital. Located in the vibrant epicenter of Siam, this new twin-tower hotel is surrounded by ancient and modern landmarks that allow every guest to maximize their urban adventure in Bangkok.

Now, Chatrium Grand Bangkok has revealed an eclectic selection of attractions that will appeal to every type of traveller, from art and culture lovers and history buffs to foodies, shoppers and much more!

For culture seekers:

Bangkok is a captivating cultural hub where guests can surround themselves with art and design, both classic and contemporary. Visitors who want to feel the fabrics and patterns of Old Siam should head straight to the Jim Thompson House Museum, a collection of traditional Thai houses near the hotel. Just a 20-minute walk from the hotel, the former home of Jim Thompson, the enigmatic ‘Thai Silk King’, this architectural marvel illuminates the kingdom’s textile heritage and houses an extensive collection of art. Across a bridge over the Saen Saeb Canal, Phamai Baan Krua is home to the original Thai families who wove silk with Thompson, and one of the old teak looms is still in use today.

Just moments away, the Bangkok Art & Culture Center (BACC) is a bright, modern space that highlights the contemporary face of Thai art and design. Curious explorers can roam freely among 3,500 square meters of bright exhibition space, filled with multimedia art, or even attend live events, talks and film screenings in the auditorium. Periodic rotating exhibitions showcase the latest in art, music, poetry, drama, literature and more, often by young local artists.

For history and heritage lovers:

The Grand Palace is a must-see attraction for all travelers to Bangkok, but especially for history buffs who will be immersed in Thailand’s royal heritage. Dating back to 1782, this impressive complex of palaces, pavilions, halls and gardens was the official residence of Thailand’s royal family for over 150 years and remains an iconic symbol of the kingdom. Inside the Grand Palace, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha houses a gold-clad Buddha statue believed to be over 2,000 years old.

Not far away, in the city’s historic Rattanakosin district, Wat Ratchanatdaram Worawihan (also known as Loha Prasat, or “Iron Palace”) was built in 1846 and was Bangkok’s first temple made of metal. It is 36 meters high, contains 1,000 rooms and is adorned with 37 spiers that represent the 37 qualities necessary to achieve enlightenment in Buddhism. Closer to the hotel, nestled between the ultra-modern Siam Paragon and CentralWorld, the Buddhist temple of Wat Pathum Wanaram (the “Lotus Temple”) contains Buddha images brought from Laos in the early 19th century, while the walls of the Ordination Hall are adorned with many beautiful murals depicting life in old Bangkok.

For foodies:

Bangkok is one of the culinary capitals of the world, where foodies can savor a wide variety of epicurean delights, from street food stalls to Michelin-starred restaurants. Just a 10-minute walk from the hotel, down a narrow alley off the busy Phetchaburi Road, Sap X2 Wonton Mee is a popular local food stall specializing in ovaltine pork leg and wonton noodles. For a more modern dining experience, Siam Paragon is not only a world-class shopping paradise, but also an exceptional culinary destination. The ground floor dining area hosts a wide range of international dining options, from fast food to fine dining and everything in between.

Travelers looking for a very authentic urban dining experience should head to Chinatown, one of the city’s most thriving street food districts. As the sun sets, stroll along Yaowarat Road and pull up a plastic chair at one of the many sidewalk restaurants. Rubbing with the locals of Bangkok, this is a great way to experience genuine life in the Thai capital.

For shopping enthusiasts:

For shopaholics, there can be few better places on the planet than Bangkok to indulge in retail therapy. Once famous for its fascinating markets and street stalls, the Thai capital has become a haven for fashionistas who crave the latest designs and crave original local brands. Within walking distance of Chatrium Grand Bangkok, Siam Paragon and CentralWorld offer a dazzling diversity of shops, including the biggest brands, department stores, intriguing boutiques and more.

EmDistrict, just a few stops from the BTS skytrain, is a commercial enclave that includes three spectacular malls. Emporium is home to high-end luxury brands, while EmQuartier offers all the latest names plus a spectacular five-story waterfall, and EmSphere, the newest addition to the EMDistrict, is a haven of retail innovation which includes the first IKEA in central Bangkok.

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