Lumphini Park

Lumphini Park is Bangkok's first public park, located in Lumphini Sub-district, Pathum Wan District in central Bangkok. Created in the 1920s on 142 acres (57.6 hectares) of royal land donated by King Rama VI, it is named after Lumbini, the birthplace of the Buddha. The park features an artificial lake, tree-lined paths, lawns, and a statue of King Rama VI, serving as the city's main green space for recreation and leisure.

Visitors can expect a large urban green space in central Bangkok centered around an artificial lake with paddle boats, wide paved paths for walking and jogging, shaded lawns, mature trees, and fitness areas. The park contains the King Rama VI Monument at the southwestern entrance, playgrounds, outdoor exercise equipment, and frequent sightings of water monitor lizards. The environment is active in early morning and evening with joggers and tai chi groups, and quieter midday.

Established in 1925 on land donated by King Vajiravudh (Rama VI), who originally intended the site for a Siam Rath Museum and exhibition ground to showcase Thai crafts and flowers. After the king's death, construction continued and it became Bangkok's first public park, named Lumphini after Lumbini, Nepal, the birthplace of the Buddha.

A major public recreation and cultural space for Bangkok residents, used for daily exercise, tai chi, public events, concerts and festivals. The King Rama VI Monument within the park is a respected memorial, and the park is regarded as the city's central green lung and community gathering place.