Joanna James
Bangkok is always an entrancing locality to visit. Here are some of the shopping destinations never to miss in Bangkok.
Are you looking for a true taste of pure originality? Then we have the answer. Saunter the streets of Bangkok, and experience the ultimate shopping experience. Reputed as the World's most visited city it is only fair that you treat yourself with the glamour of this jaw-dropping Bazaar that brings the best of the world to your feet.
Tipped to be one of Bangkok's most exclusive malls for luxury brand fanatics Siam Paragon is an ultra plush shopping mall in the heart of Siam's retail landscape. Offering shoppers the latest threads off the catwalks of New York and Paris the high street outlet stores at the venue are its chief attractions. Lifestyle products and technological accessories are also available here in addition to premium homeware items and even luxury sports car vendors. Home to the Siam Ocean World Aquarium the mall also houses the Paragon Cineplex with 16 screens.
The Emporium is the posh shopper's paradise in Sukhumvit. Like a glossy magazine coming to life this outlet features a wide range of luxury products from famous international brand names. Base yourself in a Bangkok hotel apartment such as the Citadines Sukhumvit 16 Bangkok which is in close proximity to the Emporium.
Unlike a cool and stylish mall, Chinatown is a hot, busy and crowded shopping destination which is very popular amongst tourists. Offering a typical market shopping experience, Chinatown offers a range of goods such as clothing, shoes, accessories, ethnic jewelry, Chinese herbs, spices, cheap electronics, and household items. Chinatown is known to have highly competitive retailers, and thus is an excellent place to strike up some quality bargains. It might be a busy and crowded place, but Chinatown is definitely a place all tourists should visit to experience the typical exotic market atmosphere.
At this well-reputed shopping feature, you will have the opportunity to browse through a selection of outstanding typically Thai products. These include silk apparel, teakwood products, home furnishings, antiques, handbags, and artworks. This arcade features a laidback and pleasant ambience that will be an appealing backdrop as you wander around and admire the merchandise on display
The biggest shopping mall in the country, CentralWorld Bangkok features a special layout which has been designed to resemble a shopping street. As you wander along the mall's "streets" you will come across the latest gadgets and fashion including the likes of Charles & Keith, Mango, GAP, Adidas, Marks & Spencer, Miss Selfridge and Calvin Klein. There are 100 cafes and restaurants here as well because shopping works up an appetitive and for a break, you can always make use of the indoor ice skating rink.
Spread over 35 acres of land, Chatuchak Weekend Market is widely recognized to be Bangkok's largest and most diverse market. With over 8,000 stalls, both retail and wholesale, Chatuchak Weekend Market is every shopaholic's dream come true. One can find an assortment of goods at this market ranging from clothes and accessories to traditional Thai handicrafts. The market is also known for its large range of vintage clothes and American and Japanese items and is a great place to experience a taste of the 'bargaining culture' of Bangkok.
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