Traveling to a Riverside city near Bangkok

When deciding to stay at Centre Point Hotel Silom, we believe that one of the most important factors is that you prefer to stay in a riverside hotel. We'd like to introduce you to a riverside city near Bangkok for a short trip after your quarantine.

Ayutthaya

The Ayutthaya Kingdom is the birthplace of Thailand. There was a Siamese kingdom that existed in Southeast Asia from 1350 to 1767, centered around the city of Ayutthaya, in Siam, or present-day Thailand. The Ayutthaya Kingdom is considered to be the precursor of modern Thailand and its developments are an important part of the History of Thailand. It is located on a clustered area along the Chao Phraya River and the Pasak River.

In the age of change in the reign of the year 2475, the county of Ayutthya was discontinued, Ayutthaya became the province of Ayutthaya. Currently, there are 16 districts in the middle of the economy. While the old town or the central location of the kingdom of Ayudhya is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Since 2534.

Ayutthaya is a riverfront city with many important attractions such as Wat Yai Chaimongkol,

Wat Mahathat, Wat Chaiwatthanaram

Distance from Bangkok : 1 to 2 hours

For more information of the attraction : https://go.ayutthaya.go.th/en/

Amphawa

Amphawa District is a district in Samut Songkhram Province with the largest area of ​​Samut Songkhram province. with a history before the Rattanakosin era There were not many settlers who lived after the second loss of Ayutthaya in 1767.

More people migrated to live together. Because it has an ideal location for cultivation and housing According to the evidence that can be researched, it appears that the Amphawa district office in the past relied on the pavilion of Wat Amphawan Chetiyaram. Later moved across the Amphawa Canal to the pavilion of Wat Thai Talat. Bang Kapom Subdistrict Which is about 400 meters from the original place and has moved to the banks of the Mae Klong River until today. and would use the name Amphawa Because this area was originally a garden with lots of coconut and mango trees. Coconut trees are the staple crop of Samut Songkhram and are everywhere.

The famous tourist attraction is Amphawa Floating Market must be one of the most popular markets in Samut Songkhram Province and a floating market that is not very far from Bangkok every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Here, it is crowded with tourists who come for a walk to enjoy the cool breeze along the waterfront. Some choose to buy delicious food from various shops that are open for sale on both sides of the canal. The sightseeing boats are also available and various important places, including watching fireflies shine around the Lamphu tree, adding beauty to the night beyond words Nearby attractions: Rama II Memorial Park, a replica of the life of people in the early Rattanakosin period, Thai houses and many other interesting things. Wat Bang Kung is home to the Prok Pho Church one of the unseen Thailand.

Distance from Bangkok : 1 to 1 hour 30 minutes

For more information of the attraction : https://www.tourismthailand.org/Articles/10-things-to-do-in-samut-songkhram

Kanchanaburi

Kanchanaburi is an old ancient city with a history of all kinds. Serving as fortress city for both Ayutthaya and Rattanakosin kingdoms, the ancient Kanchanaburi was centered near the Three Pagodas Pass at the Thai-Burma border with archeological evidences remain on site. While most architectural structures now remain as ruins, a number of Buddhist temple still exist, such as Wat Khun Paen, Wat Mae Mai and, most importantly, Wat Pa Lelai, an ancient temple best known for the giant Buddha statue with a unique posture when receiving alms from an elephant and a monkey.

Tourists are attracted by the history of its ancient civilization and the World War II Bridge over the River Kwai, originally spelt "Khwae" but officially changed to Kwai to accommodate the expectations of tourists.

Distance from Bangkok : 2 hours

For more information of the attraction : https://www.tourismthailand.org/Destinations/Provinces/Kanchanaburi/222