Travel Information Tips in Thailand
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Jim Thompson House
An early partner in the Oriental Hotel, Jim Thompson, an American
serving here, decided to devote his energies to develop a
thriving Thai silk industry. Due to his efforts, Thai silk is now
famous all over the world and justly renowned for its quality,
colours and patterns. Thompson, trained as an architect and
gardener, also built a fine collection of traditional Thai houses,
fashioned into one dwelling where he lived during his lifetime.
After his tragic death, the house remains preserved as a museum
containing a priceless collection of Asian objets d’art. The
museum, located centrally at Soi Kasemsan 2 on Rama I Road,
is accessible by bus, taxi and the sky train. Entrance fee is 100
baht. The museum opens daily from 9.00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. with
the last tour at 4.30 p.m. Tel. 0 2215 0122, 0 2216 7368.
Website: www.jimthompsonhouse.com
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