Phra Athit Road in Bangkok

Phra Athit Road is located along Chao Phraya River. It is known for its bars and artsy restaurants and shops. There are shops and houses from the turn of the last century. It is surrounded by the river pier, a riverside park, ancient fort, and restaurants and bars with live music such as pop, rock, and Jazz.

Phra Athit Road has flourished since the establishment of Bangkok in King Rama I era. It has been a center of government, art, and culture of Thai people. It is lined along Chao Phraya River starting from Thammasart University's gate at Tha Prachan to Phra Sumen Fort. Along both sides of the road, there are palaces and houses that were architecturally designed and decorated in Pre-Rattanakosin style. The large palaces were built during the reign of King Rama III, with architectural influences from China and Europe.

–It is a palace built in King Rama I era. Formerly, it was rented by Goethe Institute to use as a meeting place for those people interested in literature, film, and arts. Currently, it is the office of Manager Media Group.

–Originally, it was the palace of Prince Sathit Thamroungsawat, son of King Rama II. Later on, King Rama V bought it to build the police department's office. At the end, it was Prince Khamrob's palace.

–Baan Ma-li wan was built by Ercole Manfredi who was an Italian architect. Originally, it was the palace of Prince Worarit, son of King Rama IV. Today it is UN Food and Agriculture Organization's bureau.

–It was constructed during the reign of King Rama I. During that time, the king decided to build a number of fortifications to protect Bangkok. As time passed by, many forts were dismantled due to an unnecessity in use. Phra Sumen Fort is one of the two remaining forts today. The real cannons are still available for visitors. Also, on the top floor, there is a museum which displays an items found in the fort in before its renovation.

–Phra Sumen Fort is located here. It overlooks the views of the river and the modern Rama VIII Bridge in the distance.

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