Amidst the concrete jungle of Bangkok, if you want some fresh breeze, head to Lumpini Park, which is located in the heart of the city. Named after the birthplace of Buddha in Nepal, this park is packed with artificial lakes and long pathways, along with a wide array of flora and fauna.
Here, it’s a delightful experience to sit for hours beside the lake, walk in the shade of green trees, or enjoy the sunset views with your beloved. In the early morning or late evening, you may find a lot of residents relaxing on benches, practicing tai chi, or performing some cardio exercises.
Also, the park allows visitors to participate in sports, perform, as well as listen to music, or even read books in the library. In the lake, some paddleboats offer an opportunity for romantic couples to spend some quality time in the lap of nature.
On the other hand, the park is heaven for all the avid bird watchers out there. At night, with lights shining all over, the entire area comes to life with lots of foodstuffs, live performances, and several other recreational activities.
The land where the park is located, spreading over 57 hectares, was originally private property of King Rama VI. At that time, it was known as Thung Sala Daeng. In the 1920s, the king decided to develop a public park on the land and later named it Lumpini Park, after the birthplace of the Buddha in Nepal (Lumbini).
During WWII, the park served as a camp of the Japanese armed forces. The statue of the king at the entrance was built in 1942. With time, the park was adorned with a Chinese-style clock tower, a public aquarium, an artificial lake, a playground, a sports ground, a public library, a swimming pool, and more.
Lumpini Park is a place where people gather to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Along with the lake, greenery, and pathways, the area also has a lot of other attractions that may rejuvenate your soul.
The Smiling Sun Ground is a beautiful place primed for children as well as disabled people. The Bangkok Elder Citizens Club is meant for older people to gather and communicate with each other.
The Lumpini Park Library is packed with books and videos, which are accessible to all. The Lumpini Youth Center is full of sports equipment for the members. The Home of Hope provides shelter and all the basic requirements to homeless children.
Apart from these, there are also Buddhist Dharma Activities, BMA Apprentice School, Sri Thai Derm Food Center, etc.
Lumpini Park is the first and largest public park in Bangkok.
Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the park.
The park is open daily from 4:30 am to 9 pm.
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