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Sathon / Silom 2015-09: 2.5kms South of Siam centre
Epic Business Centre, more of a scene for business than shopping, but with major massive transport systems running through it's veins access in/out is a breeze, see more in Family tour link.
**Censorship: Patpong markets is the centre piece of the infamous Patpong nightlife. One of the world's most (in)famous red-light districts, Patpong is where it all started (Thailand's Go-Go culture).
Interchange of BTS (skytrain) and MRT (Subway)
Slideshow: Shopping Silom, web directory shopping includes photos by location
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BTS skytrain & MRT Pass through this area
Land: Taxi: car / tuktuk / motor bike is frequent Water: canal ferry frequent
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Icons:- Silom Village - captures the spirit of old Bangkok, a compound of well preserved Thai antique houses dating back to era of King Rama V. The complex includes an "Inn", a shopping arcade (antiques, handicrafts, jewellery, Thai silk, and furniture), an authentic Thai and international cuisine Restaurant and the Ruen Thep Thai classical dance Theater.
- The Jim Thompson Company
The famous promoter of Thai silk, renowned for quality & beautiful design. The mansion like store offers a variety of colourful products. Opening Hrs: 09:00 – 18:00. There are other branches, best is Siam, includes the Jim Thompson Museum, a Popular tour M-D-P
- **Patpong Night Markets
Handbags, wallets, watches, sunglasses, t-shirts, DVD, etc., Always busy and chaotic with tourists and flanked by GO-GO bars (hard to get a good deal). Open: 19.00-01.00 The
- Silom Galleria - over 100 stores offering quality art, antiques and gems. Many items rare and unique, some of the most exquisite pieces can be viewed by appointment only. open: 09:30 – 18:30
- Thaniya Plaza - shopping complex dedicated to golfers, about 100 stores in a 4 storey complex, everything new and used.
Skywalk from BTS skytrain station Sala daeng open daily 10.00-20.00
- Talaat Soi La Lai Sap - Clothes, handbags and shoes etc., Great for kids clothing. Located in Silom Rd. Soi 5,
Next to Bangkok Bank (Soi Bank Market), open daily 10.00-17.00 busy at lunchtime.
- Supersports - a 2 storey sportswear and equipment store on Silom Road, offers a better deal than depart., stores. Apparel and shoes all sizes for local and international bands.
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