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Hidden Gems of Bangkok

Beyond the standard tourist circuit, Bangkok contains specialized sites ranging from the macabre to the serene. Explore the Siriraj Medical Museum’s forensic exhibits, the Airplane Graveyard’s abandoned fuselages, and the Tilleke & Gibbins Museum of Counterfeit Goods. Spiritual landmarks include the sacred Tha Phra Chan Amulet Market and the Erawan Shrine, while the Phaya Thai Palace offers a glimpse into early 20th-century royal life. For local commerce, visit the sprawling Khlong Toei fresh market or the riverside Bang Nam Pheung Floating Market.

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Siriraj Medical Museum

This is probably one of the most bizarre museums you may run into. It displays cyclop babies, murder weapons or hanged corpses which are…

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Tha Phra Chan Market - Amulets market

As the name suggests, this is where you should go hunting for amulets. You might stumble upon some intriguing pieces.

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Airplane Graveyard

This private lot contains the hollowed-out remains of decommissioned aircraft, including a Boeing 747 and two McDonnell Douglas MD-82s. Located in the Ramkhamhaeng neighborhood, the site is maintained by local families who live within the wreckage and collect a small entry fee for exploration.