Santichaiprakarn Park

Santichaiprakarn Park is a small riverside public park in the Bang Lamphu area of Phra Nakhon District, Bangkok, on the east bank of the Chao Phraya River at the mouth of Khlong Bang Lamphu. Built around the historic Phra Sumen Fort, one of only two surviving forts of the original Rattanakosin city walls, the park is notable for its river views, mature trees, and open lawns. It serves as a popular local recreation and sunset-viewing spot near Phra Athit Road.

Visitors can expect a compact, landscaped riverside park with open lawns, mature shade trees including a large Chamchuri tree, paved walkways and benches facing the Chao Phraya River and Rama VIII Bridge. The centerpiece is the white octagonal Phra Sumen Fort at the northern end, which can be viewed from the outside. The park offers relaxed river views, photo opportunities, and a calm atmosphere for walking, sitting and watching sunset, with the river, passing boats and fort as the main features.

The park surrounds Phra Sumen Fort, built in 1783 during the reign of King Rama I as one of 14 forts constructed to protect the newly established Rattanakosin capital. The fort is one of only two that survive today. The park itself was developed by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and opened around 1999-2000 to provide public riverside open space and preserve the fort and its surroundings.

The park is a community recreation area for the Bang Lamphu neighborhood and a venue for small cultural activities and public gatherings. Its riverside location and historic fort reflect the heritage of the Rattanakosin old city area and its traditional relationship with the Chao Phraya River.