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Top choice in Bangkok


This megamall on the Chao Phraya River has six floors dedicated to luxury shopping, encompassing everything from high-end to high street. It also rolls in two food courts to suit all palates and budgets. Adding to its diversity are speciality restaurants, a conjoined multilevel Japanese department store, the much-touted River Museum on the 8th floor, and a 12-theatre cinema.

To get here, hop onto the free shuttle boat that operates from Sathorn/Central Pier during the mall's business hours.


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