Bangkok’s Chao Phraya Sky Park
Image adapted from: The Urbanis
Since way before the pandemic, Thailand has been facing another problem for years – air pollution, which makes greyscale skies a familiar sight.
Trees are a good way to help make this situation better, and Bangkok is trying to increase the number of green eco spaces in the city and the new Chao Phraya Sky Park is one of such projects.
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The world’s first sky park across a river
Image credit: The Urbanis
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration transformed a 36-year-old abandoned sky train on Phra Pokklao Bridge into a public park for people to enjoy walking, jogging, or cycling with amazing views of Chao Phraya River.
The bridge from over 30 years ago
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Image credit: Bangkok Post
They have also installed a 2-3 metre high fence along the sides of the bridge to ensure visitors’ safety.
Image credit: ผู้ว่าฯ อัศวิน
Image credit: The Urbanis
This spot is also easily accessible by walking from Sanam Chai MRT. You can also take buses or ferries along Chao Phraya to drop at Phra Phuttha Yodfa Bridge and walk to the park.
The place is now 90% complete and officials estimate it opening to the public at the end of June.
Image credit: The Urbanis
Image credit: The Urbanis
This is another photogenic and romantic spot to visit in Bangkok surrounded by the beautiful view of Chao Phraya River. Plus, it’s a refreshing green space in the middle of the concrete jungle, so head here for some chill vibes in the city.
More places to enjoy riverside views in BKK:
https://thesmartlocal.com/thailand/riverside-bars-bangkok/
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