Siam Society & Ban Kamthieng

The royally-sponsored Siam Society, located at 131 Soi Asoke (Sukhumvit Soi 21), is set up to promote, preserve and research traditional Thai culture and arts. Founded in the 1900s, the Society is one of the best places to look for information on most non-political topics in Thailand. A reference library within the complex is open to members of the public. The 'Journal of the Siam Society' is one of the most comprehensive and respected publications on Thai heritage and culture.

Within the grounds of the Siam Society are two traditional teak houses, one of which, Ban Kamthieng, was originally built in Chiang Mai over 200 years ago and transported to its present site piece by piece in the 1960s. The second house, Ban Sangaroon, was donated to the Siam Society by the architect Sangaroon Ratagasikorn. It is a classic example of Central Plains style. Tools and implements used by Thai farmers and fishermen are on display and the surrounding lush tropical gardens are home to a large variety of flora and fauna. The complex gives a good idea what life would have been like a couple of centuries ago.

Ban Kamthieng is open daily from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm except Sundays and national holidays. An admission fee of 50 baht is charged to help maintain the grounds. For more information, call +66 2 258-3491, 258-3444, 260-2830-32.

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