Jim Thompson House, Traditional house museum near National Stadium, Bangkok, Thailand.
Six antique wooden Thai houses form a complex around a central garden, displaying traditional architecture and Southeast Asian art collections.
In 1950, American entrepreneur Jim Thompson established this residence using dismantled historic Thai houses transported from various regions of Thailand.
The museum exhibits rare Buddhist statues, porcelain pieces, paintings, and traditional furnishings that reflect Thailand's artistic heritage from the 14th to 20th centuries.
The museum operates daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, offering guided tours in multiple languages with entrance fees of 200 baht for adults.
The property maintains original architectural elements including elevated floors, steep roofs, and open-air verandas adapted for Thailand's tropical climate.
Location: Bangkok
Inception: 1950s
Founders: Jim Thompson
Operator: The James H. W. Thompson Foundation
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-18:00
Website: http://jimthompsonhouse.com
GPS coordinates: 13.74917,100.52833
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:08
Bangkok contains numerous locations for photography, from the spires of Wat Arun to the Golden Mount at Wat Saket. The city presents religious architecture at the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, plus modern structures like Mahanakhon Skywalk and Baiyoke Tower. Markets include Chatuchak Weekend Market and Pak Khlong Talat flower market. Green spaces such as Lumphini Park and Bang Krachao offer natural settings. Cultural sites range from the Jim Thompson House to the Museum of Contemporary Art.
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