Taking up a sizeable chunk of Bangkok's art-deco main post office is this 'playground for creativity'. In practical terms, that means an art- and design-heavy research library, work spaces, gallery space and a cafe, all in a package that screams to be Instagrammed.
Thailand Creative & Design Center
Bangkok
Transportation
- ferry: Si Phraya/River City Pier
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