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I often refer to Samut Prakarn as Thailand's forgotten province. Everywhere I go in this country, I see improvements being made, progress being made - and people taking more and more pride in their surroundings. But not here. Footnote: you're no doubt reading this and thinking why the hell do I live in such a place. Well, when I got married, my mother-in-law very kindly built us a nice house on a piece of land she owned.
I knew from the get-go that it was a trade off. I love my house but I truly detest the area. I love it there. What a shame it's just so expensive to get in if you're a foreigner. The three-headed elephant, which towers over the Erawan Museum, is also something to behold. The Pak Nam area, down by the river, is an old Thai-style neighborhood with a certain charm. Back to the region list. It's one of the most common questions we get e-mailed to us. So find out exactly where you stand.
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Samut Prakarn Although Samut Prakarn is a ghastly place to live and make no mistake, I'll be getting on to that later there are loads of schools in the area and loads of teaching opportunities. How far from Bangkok or civilization? Samut Prakarn Now that the sky-train Sukhumwit line has extended deeper into Samut Prakarn, making the journey into Central Bangkok is no great hassle.
What's the place like for nightlife, eating out etc? Samut Prakarn There is plenty of nightlife in these parts but it's very much a 'Thais only' scene. How much to rent a house or basic apartment? Samut Prakarn Much of Samut Prakarn's population are working-class Thais, who work as engineers or factory workers on the nearby industrial estates.
Shopping malls, department stores? Samut Prakarn A surprisingly good choice if you are willing to brave the Saturday traffic which can be even worse than during the week Although technically not in Samut Prakarn, you're only a relatively short bus-ride or taxi journey from Central Bang Na, Paradise Park and Seacon Square both on Si Nakarin and my own personal favourite - Megamall Bang Na. Samut Prakarn Internet and mobile signals are both excellent. Will you be stared at?
Samut Prakarn You don't see that many foreigners in Samut Prakarn at all.
Taxis, buses Samut Prakarn The usual buses, minivans, songthaews, etc - and about five million taxis on any given morning. Main advantages of living there? Samut Prakarn Er And what are the downsides?
Samut Prakarn I was dreading this question. Any local attractions? Where's the best place to meet other farangs or are they best avoided? Samut Prakarn Absolutely no idea. View all jobs.
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Na Siri Lake View Opens in new window. Located in Samut Prakan, 18 km from Ikea Bangna, Na Siri Lake View provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, free bikes and a garden. Located 22 km from Ikea Bangna, the property provides a shared lounge and free private parking.
Srinuan Living Hotel Opens in new window. Complimentary WiFi is available. A fridge and kettle are also offered. The aparthotel offers a terrace. RoomQuest Sukhumvit Opens in new window. Located in Samut Prakan, 11 km from Ikea Bangna, RoomQuest Sukhumvit provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The Room Srinakarin Opens in new window. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, The Room Srinakarin is situated in Samut Prakan.
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Samut Prakan Show on map 8. The accommodation offers a hour front desk and room service for guests. The accommodation offers free WiFi. At the hotel, each room has a terrace. Condo Lumpini Thepharak-Srinakarin Opens in new window. Samut Prakan Show on map 2. This property offers access to a balcony. The apartment comes with a flat-screen TV. Just added! Panja resort Opens in new window.
Located in Samut Prakan, Panja resort provides accommodation with private balconies. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.