Baiyoke Tower II
Description
Baiyoke Tower II is a 88-floor high-rise in Bangkok standing over 300 meters (1000 feet) tall. The structure is primarily a hotel housing over 600 modern rooms alongside multiple restaurants, including a popular dining venue on the 77th floor that offers sweeping city views.
History
Construction began in the late 1980s and completed in the early 1990s, making it Thailand's tallest building at that time. The structure symbolized Bangkok's economic growth and dominated the city skyline as a defining landmark for nearly two decades.
Culture
The name Baiyoke derives from a local word meaning victory, reflecting aspirations for progress and success. The tower has become a defining landmark that locals and visitors recognize as a symbol of Bangkok's transformation into a modern metropolis.
Practical
Access to observation decks uses fast elevators, with the 84th-floor deck being especially popular due to its slow rotating platform offering 360-degree views. Visitors preferring optimal lighting and skyline photography should arrive in late afternoon or early evening to experience the sunset followed by the city's night illumination.
Did you know?
Beyond serving as a hotel and observation point, the building houses broadcast antennas on its roof that transmit television and radio signals across Bangkok and surrounding areas. This often-overlooked technical role makes it a vital communication hub for the city.
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