PARKS/ZOOS
IN BANGKOK THAILAND |
Bangkok
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Bangkok Attractions: General
Temples
Vimanmek
Palaces River
& Canal Tours
Museums/Exhibitions
Parks
/ Zoos
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Lumphini Park
This is the biggest park located in the center of business area
and bordered by Rama IV Road, Sarasin Road and Witthayu Road.
The park is popular among city dwellers who come to jog and
practise Chinese Tai Chi. The artificial lake in the center
is perfect for paddling. Musical shows are sometimes held in
this spacious park.
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Chatuchak Park
Situated next to the better known Chatuchak Weekend Market on
Phahonyothin Road, Chatuchak Park is a nicely landscaped park
and is considered the major park of Bangkok. This is a nice
spot for relaxing after an exhausting shopping at the market.
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King Rama IX Royal Park
The 200-acre park on Si Nakharin Road commemorates His Majesty
King Rama IX’s 60th birthday in 1987. It comprises extensive
botanical gardens, and a building displaying the works and life
of King Rama IX. Admission fee is 10 baht.
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Saranrom Park
It is an old park, originally a garden in the Saranrom Palace.
It is not a big park but its perfect location makes it a good
spot for relaxing after a visit to the Grand Palace and Wat
Pho. An old European style fountain faces the main gate. There
are also some monuments including the memorial of Queen Sunantha
Kumarirat who is King Rama V’s beloved consort.
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Benchasiri Park
Located next to Emporium Shopping Center on
Sukhumvit Road, the park was established to honor Her Majesty
the Queen’s 60th birthday. It is a small but well kept
and beautifully designed park.
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Dusit Zoo
Dusit Zoo, managed by the Zoological Park Organisation, is where
visitors can inspect various species of tropical animals. In
the middle of the area is a large pond with boat and paddleboat
services. It is open everyday from 8.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. Admission
fee is 30 baht for adults and 10 baht for children.
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Safari World
This is located at Km.9, Ram Indra Road, Minburi. The area of
170 acres is divided into 2 parts : the Safari Park and the
Marine Park. The Safari Park has a large variety of wildlife
in natural habitat. Visitors can drive their own cars, or have
a look from Safari World’s coach. In the Marine Park,
visitors can enjoy performances of well-trained animals like
dolphins, birds, seals, and monkeys. Open daily from 9.00 a.m.-5.00
p.m.
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Provided by Tourism Authority
of Thailand
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