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Sunday, May 5, 2024

The gods of Ratchaprasong

Ratchaprasong intersection was a mulberry plantation during the reign of King Chulalongkorn before becoming the major shopping venue it is today. Photo: Wichan Charoenkiatpakul

With the easing of lockdown measures, Life is resuming its series of day trips along the Skytrain and MRT network after a two-month hiatus. Although museums, libraries and other recreational places are still off-limits, we’ll start with a walking tour of the Ratchaprasong neighbourhood, home to sacred Hindu deities, shopping malls and a sanctuary of street food connoisseurs where you can spend the whole day.

Strolling from Chidlom BTS station, the skywalk connects to 18 major enterprises and has become a magical bridge that transports commuters back to the days when King Chulalongkorn entrusted Prince…

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