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Miss Niyom Chiwasuwan, a 17-year-old girl who lived near Wat Ratchakhru in Bang Yi Ruea. In 1942, during a severe cholera outbreak, her life was cut short.

Because her local temple had no cemetery, her father brought her to be buried at Wat Bang Sakae Nok, where she was laid to rest alongside 70–80 other victims of the epidemic.

Years later, in 1955, the temple held a cemetery clearing—but her father refused to have her body removed. Again in 1960, another clearing took place… and this time, her body was exhumed.

What they found shocked everyone.

Her body had not decomposed.

With no relatives coming forward, and following guidance from a Chinese fortune teller, the temple placed her in a small shrine.

Not long after, stories began to spread.

A local woman claimed Miss Niyom appeared in her dreams, giving her lottery numbers… and when she played them, she won.

Word spread quickly, and “Miss Niyom” soon became known as Goddess Niyom.

Today, people visit her seeking luck in love, business, and life. Offerings of traditional Thai clothing, jewelry, and scented powder are brought to her shrine—and if wishes are granted, some return to perform traditional dances in her honor, often wearing damask roses behind their ears, said to be her favorite.

Some believe completely.

Others come just to see for themselves.

#travel #explore #adventure #wanderlust #thailand pov taken in Talat Phlu by @nextstop.daily

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🥊 wearing Muay Thai shorts to the gym then walking home after or running errands — often sparks genuine moments with locals. There’s an instant enthusiasm, a shared understanding rooted in mutual respect for Muay Thai culture.

Muay Thai isn’t just a sport. It’s a disciplined art of hand-to-hand combat, deeply woven into Thailand’s history — something many take immense pride in.

Wearing Muay Thai shorts is never about intimidation. It’s a signal of respect. It says that regardless of who you are, your strength, or your athletic ability, you honor the craft and choose self-improvement — mentally and physically. And in Thailand, that mindset is always welcomed

#travel #explore #muythai #boxing #thailand taken in Talat Phlu by @nextstop.daily

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8 months ago

📍@panee__sticky_rice is one of those hidden local spots in Chom Thong that feels like stepping into a quieter side of Bangkok 🥥🍚✨

Set right along the canal, the whole place has a simple charm to it — calm water beside you, old neighborhood energy, and a beautiful view that makes sitting down here feel different from anywhere in the city. Every now and then, the train rolls by in the background, adding to the atmosphere and making the whole experience even more memorable 🚆🌿

Soft sticky rice, rich coconut milk, and a traditional recipe that keeps people coming back — proof that some of Bangkok’s best spots are still the ones tucked away in everyday neighborhoods.

#travel #adventure #explore #wanderlust #thailand taken in Chom Thong Railway Station by @nextstop.daily

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6 months ago

Unpopular opinion: 90% of tourists in Bangkok visit the EXACT same overrated places and leave thinking the city is too crowded 🫣

Bangkok is a completely different city when you stop falling for tourist traps:

❌ Khao San Road ➔ ✅ Ban Tad Thong Road
Stop drinking $1 buckets surrounded by tourist crowds. Ban Tad Thong is where Bangkok’s actual foodies go for Michelin Bib Gourmand street food and late-night dessert spots.

❌ Damnoen Saduak ➔ ✅ Khlong Lat Mayom
Don’t waste 3+ hours in a car for a commercialized trap with $50 boat fees. Khlong Lat Mayom is 20 mins from downtown, completely authentic, and boat rides cost ~$3 USD.

❌ Mega Skybars ➔ ✅ Eagle Nest Bar
Skip paying $25 for a cocktail in a crowded skyscraper with strict dress codes. Eagle Nest sits right on the river with an unbeatable, front-row sunset view of Wat Arun.

💬 Comment “TIPS” below and I’ll instantly DM you my secret list of 20+ hidden spots + exact Google Maps pins! 📩

📌 SAVE THIS so you don’t lose it before your trip!

#bangkoktravel #thailandtravel #bangkokhiddengems #travelhacks #bangkokfood visitthailand taken in Bangkok, Thailand by @nextstop.daily

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You’ve probably seen Thao Wessuwan at BKK Airport… but did you know there’s an 8-meter-tall one just 10 minutes from ICONSIAM? 👀

Standing at Wat Suttharam in Khlong San, this towering guardian is one of the temple’s most striking sights. Thao Wessuwan is traditionally associated with protection, prosperity, and warding off evil, and many people come here to pray and seek blessings for success and good fortune.

📍 Wat Suttharam, Khlong San, Bangkok

A lesser-known stop on the Thonburi side of Bangkok that’s worth adding to your list if you’re exploring around ICONSIAM.

Follow @nextstop.daily for more hidden temples, local neighborhoods, and places to explore around Bangkok 🇹🇭

#Bangkok #BangkokTemples #ThaoWessuwan #KhlongSan #ICONSIAM taken in Khlong San by @nextstop.daily

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Bangkok is not one city. It’s 50 completely different worlds hiding in plain sight.

Forget the version of Bangkok you think you know.

Save this list ↓

1. The Mustang Blu @themustangblubangkok
2. Patom Organic Living @patomorganicliving.th
3. Poet House Café, Ari @poethouse.cafe
4. Neilson Hays Library
5. Baan Dusit Thani @baandusitthani
6. Hong Sieng Kong @hongsiengkong
7. Kudi Chin
8. Santa Cruz Church
9. Kian Un Keng Shrine
10. Wat Kalayanamit
11. Artist’s House, Khlong Bang Luang
12. Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen
13. Bangkokian Museum
14. Warehouse 30 @warehouse30.bkk
15. GalileOasis @galileoasis
16. Jim Thompson House Museum
17. Jim Thompson Art Center @jimthompsonartcenter
18. Phaya Thai Palace
19. The Siam Society
20. Benjakitti Forest Park
21. Chulalongkorn University Centenary Park
22. Chao Phraya Sky Park
23. Loha Prasat
24. Wat Ratchabophit
25. Wat Pariwat
26. ChangChui Creative Park
27. Space & Time Cube
28. Kid Mai Death Awareness Cafe @kid_mai_death_awareness_cafe
29. Siriraj Medical Museum
30. Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute Snake Farm
31. Museum Siam
32. BANGKOK CITYCITY GALLERY
33. Bangkok Art & Culture Centre
34. River City Bangkok @rivercitybangkok
35. Bangkok Kunsthalle
36. Baan Trok Tua Ngork
37. Thailand Creative & Design Center
38. Open House, Central Embassy
39. 1981 Soul & Sold @1981soulandsold.official
40. Somewhere, Ari
41. KICHgallery
42. Brown Matcha House
43. Bones Cafe
44. Ksana, Central Park
45. Charoen43 Art & Eatery
46. Wat Mangkon Kamalawat
47. Giant Swing + Wat Suthat
48. The Commons Saladaeng
49. Mother Roaster, Talat Noi
50. Soi Nana, Chinatown

And these aren’t even the strangest ones.

COMMENT “SECRET” and I’ll DM you my
15 STRANGEST PLACES IN BANGKOK
that I kept OFF this carousel.

Save this for your next Bangkok trip + send it to someone who thinks they’ve already seen everything.

Follow @traveltheworldwithlaurie for Bangkok beyond the obvious.

#BangkokHiddenGems #HiddenBangkok #BangkokTravelGuide #BangkokThingsToDo #bangkokthailand taken in Bangkok, Thailand by @nextstop.daily

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Have you ever explored the hidden side of Bangkok’s famous Golden Mount? 🤫✨

While most travelers climb the 300+ steps of Wat Saket just for the panoramic skyline views and the glittering rooftop chedi, few venture deep into the complex to discover its more secluded corners—including the mesmerizing cave shrines and hidden grottoes tucked away at the base and within the mountain.

Stepping into these cool, cavernous spaces to find sacred Buddha statues glowing in the candlelight feels like stepping completely out of bustling modern Bangkok and into another century. 🕯️🙏

Save this post for your next Thailand itinerary, and drop a 🏔️ in the comments if you’ve made the climb up Wat Saket yet!

#WatSaket #GoldenMount #BangkokTemples #HiddenBangkok #amazingthailand taken in Wat Saket by @nextstop.daily

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300 years of Halal culture in Bangkok — and today, that story looks a little different. 🌯

Shawarma Bros @shawarmabrosbkk brings a modern take on halal food in Bangkok, with protein-packed shawarma, falafel, and loaded sweet potato fries.

The Falafel Crispy Wrap, Classic Combo Chicken Shawarma, and Loaded-Up Chicken Sweet Potato Fries were all packed with protein, full of flavor, and absolutely satisfying.

Just a 4-minute walk from Terminal 21 and Asok BTS, making it an easy stop when exploring Asok and Sukhumvit.

If chicken shawarma, falafel, Middle Eastern flavors, and Bangkok food are on the list, this one is worth a stop. 🌯

📍 Shawarma Bros — Asok, Bangkok

#ShawarmaBros #HalalBangkok #BangkokFood #AsokBangkok #ChickenShawarma taken in Asok BTS Station by @nextstop.daily

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There is more to do in this area than just Wat Arun. Just a 7-minute walk away hides a piece of Bangkok history most travelers completely overlook. 🕌✨

Tucked away in Thonburi, Masjid Ton Son isn't just a stunning architectural gem—it is Bangkok’s oldest mosque, taking you 338 years back in time through the city’s rich multicultural heritage.

If you're planning a trip to Wat Arun, add this quick detour to your Bangkok itinerary. It's completely free to visit, peaceful, and offers a side of the city very few tourists ever see.

📌 Save this reel for your next trip to Bangkok, and send this to a friend who loves hidden gems!

📍 Masjid Ton Son, Bangkok (Thonburi district)
🚶‍♂️ 7 minutes from Wat Arun

#BangkokHiddenGems #WatArun #BangkokTravelGuide #ThailandTravel #HiddenBangkok taken in Tonson Mosque by @nextstop.daily

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50 BANGKOK SIDE QUESTS most people never put on their itinerary 🇹🇭

01. Cycle Bang Krachao
02. Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park
03. Lumphini Park
04. Benjakitti at golden hour
05. Wat Saket
06. @museumsiam
07. @baccbangkok
08. @mocabangkok
09. Jim Thompson House
10. @neilson.hays.library
11. Bangkokian Museum
12. @kingpowermahanakhon
13. Chao Phraya Sky Park
14. Talat Noi
15. Talat Noi Museum
16. @thewarehousebkk
17. @warehouse30.bkk
18. @artisthousebangkok
19. Sampeng Market
20. Pak Khlong Talat after dark
21. Amulet Market
22. Nang Loeng Market
23. Yaowarat
24. Wat Mangkon
25. Local river ferry
26. Old Town walk
27. Rajadamnern Muay Thai
28. Ancient City
29. Erawan Museum
30. @chocolateville
31. Saen Saep canal boat
32. Long-tail boat through Thonburi
33. Bang Sue Junction (Red Building)
34. @iconsiam riverside
35. Chinatown dessert crawl
36. Talat Noi → Chinatown
37. Temple at opening time
38. BTS + ferry + walking day
39. Muay Thai class
40. Thai cooking class
41. Pottery workshop
42. Traditional flower garland
43. Kudi Chin + khanom farang
44. Local market breakfast
45. Watch monks collect alms
46. Canal + river boat day
47. Architecture walk
48. Old-school Thai dessert crawl
49. Cross the Chao Phraya + explore
50. Build a full day around one neighborhood

WANT 20 MORE?

I kept the most unusual ones off the carousel.

Exact places.
Unexpected experiences.
Google Maps locations.

Comment “QUEST” and I’ll send them straight to your DMs.

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SEND IT TO YOUR BANGKOK PERSON.

#BangkokHiddenGems #BangkokThingsToDo #BangkokTravelGuide #ExploreBangkok #thailandtraveltipswithsarah taken in Bangkok, Thailand by @nextstop.daily

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While exploring Dao Khanong, a historic district of Thonburi along the Chao Phraya River, I came across something unexpected behind a broken gate at Wat Dao Khanong.

Inside the temple cemetery were ancient stupas that have survived centuries of change — including the fall of Ayutthaya and the transition into the Thonburi era around 250 years ago.

These ruins are a reminder of how much older Thonburi’s history is than modern Bangkok, with remnants of earlier communities and Buddhist traditions still scattered throughout the district today.

Follow @nextstop.daily for more of Bangkok’s history, culture, local communities, and places most visitors never see and how you can make sure not to miss it yourself.

📍 Wat Dao Khanong, Thonburi, Bangkok, Thailand

#Bangkok #BangkokThailand #DaoKhanong #Thonburi #BangkokHistory taken in Wat Dao Khanong Temple by @nextstop.daily

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⛩️ From unexpected torii gates at Chao Mae Tubtim shrines to authentic izakaya experiences, Bangkok has plenty of Japanese influences waiting to be discovered. 🇯🇵🇹🇭

Thailand has a long history of Japanese connections, from historic Japanese settlements to influences found throughout the country.

Tucked away on Thonglor Soi 14, Ant’z Izakaya @antz_thonglor recreates the atmosphere of a night out in Japan, with a cozy setting and a menu built around unique, homestyle izakaya dishes.

Standouts include the refreshing signature peach-soaked tomato and tender roasted chicken drenched in savory gravy.

After discovering some of the lesser-known Japanese connections around Thailand, this was a food experience that genuinely stood out — both for the flavors and the atmosphere — and one that comes highly recommended for anyone looking for a Japanese dining experience in Bangkok.

📍 Ant’z Izakaya, Thonglor Soi 14, Bangkok

#BangkokFood #BangkokRestaurants #JapaneseFoodBangkok #IzakayaBangkok #BangkokEats taken in Ant'z　Japanese kitchen by @nextstop.daily

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