Explore the Hidden Side of Bangkok
Welcome to lens-wanderings.com. A place for those who want to discover hidden Bangkok, such as the magnificent Hua Lamphong Station. If you’re seeking to explore beyond the well-worn tourist trails and find the city’s real heart, you’ve come to the right place. Bangkok is more than just its iconic temples and bustling markets. It’s a labyrinth of hidden wonders, a city of contrasts where centuries-old traditions meet modern life in quiet, unassuming corners.
This blog is a guide for the curious traveller, designed for anyone ready to step off the beaten track and immerse themselves in the genuine, non-touristy side of the city.
Navigating Website Content
There are several ways to explore the posts on this site:
- Route Collection Map
- All Posts
- Latest Posts
First, the Route Collection Map, as the name implies, shows all the walking routes on one Google Map. From it, you can access the individual posts and their associated maps.
Alternatively, All Posts takes you to the Explore page, where you can browse all posts, paginated in groups of three.
Finally, the three Latest Posts are displayed directly on this page. Consequently, this section is automatically updated whenever new posts are published.
The Allure of the Undiscovered
You’re unlikely to find the Bangkok described here in a standard guide book or online search. My journeys are born from a deep-seated curiosity about the places few people get to see. I believe the true character of a city lies in its back alleys, its canals, and its residential streets. It’s in the small, family-run food stalls and the neighbourhood temples that are a part of daily life. This blog is a tribute to the joy of independent exploration, designed for those who find as much excitement in the journey to a location as in the destination itself. Whether it’s a walk alongside a winding canal or a meander through a local market, every step is part of the adventure. It’s all about finding that special secret gem. Bangkok is waiting to be explored by you!
Off the beaten track: Ditch the Tour Bus
This blog is a deliberate escape from the confines of organised tours. The self-guided itineraries you’ll find here are crafted for independent travellers who prefer to discover at their own pace, and I have personally followed each one of them more than once. There are no fixed schedules and no rushed stops. Instead, each route is an invitation to wander freely, to absorb the atmosphere, and to stumble upon your own discoveries.
To make these journeys as seamless as possible, every post includes detailed directions and maps to help you navigate with confidence. My guides mainly focus on hidden Bangkok city walks, as it’s the best way to immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and smells of a neighbourhood. This approach allows for spontaneity, letting you linger over a captivating scene or change direction on a whim – the essence of true exploration.
Photography: Tool to Discover Bangkok
As a photographer, I often see the world through a lens, and I believe that photography can be a powerful tool for connecting with a place. That’s why many of my posts include insights into capturing the unique essence of these unusual locations. There are also a few posts about some photography techniques, which I hope you will find useful.
Website Content: What to Expect
You will find:
- My personal experiences, detailed directions, and maps.
- Practical tips for exploring independently.
- Curated links to external content, including my photography.
You won’t find:
- Advertisements.
- Intrusive monetisation.
- Anything I would call “waffle”—apart from this introduction!
If you want to explore independently, don’t want to be part of a tour, and want to discover in your own time, then join me and explore beyond the typical tourist routes.
Route Collection Map
Pan and/or zoom the map as needed to locate a route, then click on the route line.
