Bangkok's Hidden Gem: The Century-Old NaiLert Estate of a Tycoon Family. 1 Business Insights/Asian Urban Exploration - Bangkok. NaiLert Estate,

Bangkok's Hidden Gem: The Century-Old NaiLert Estate of a Tycoon Family. 1 Business Insights/Asian Urban Exploration - Bangkok. NaiLert Estate, a century-old secret in the heart of Bangkok. Just a 10-minute walk from Central World and next to the newly opened Aman, it's best visited in the morning. This heritage site was left by the Nai Lert family, three generations of Thai female leaders who established Bangkok's first bus line, introduced refrigeration technology, and propelled Thailand's modernization. The architecture blends traditional Thai teak structures with European colonial style. Peek into the lifestyle of Thailand's early elite. The estate's centerpiece is Bangkok's third-tallest Hopea tree, where dappled sunlight creates poetic shadows by the koi-filled pond—perfect for soaking up that European-inspired charm. Among the three restaurants, I chose Samantao Heritage Coffee. Serving traditional Bangkok breakfasts run by elderly grandmothers. The riverside seats are highly sought-after, so come early. Once served, guard your food—the pigeons here are faster than you! ADD: NaiLert Park, Lumphini, Bangkok TIME: 9:30-16:30 (Closed Mondays & Tuesdays)