BANGKOK (NNT) - The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has announced that a pedestrian and cycling path connecting two popular public parks in Bangkok would be completed later this year, making it easier for people to go about their daily activities.

 

The BMA said last week that renovations to the so-called green bridge, which connects the Lumpini and Benjakitti parks, will begin this month and be completed in time for residents to enjoy it in September.

 

The 1.6-kilometer-long boardwalk, built in 1999 to connect the two parks and offer bicycle access along the route, was constructed to connect the two popular Bangkok parks.

 

According to the BMA’s statement, an elevated park, enhanced cycling and running lanes, as well as areas dedicated to various activities, will be constructed over the course of the transformation. The facilities will serve as new landmarks for the capital, providing residents with an ideal location to visit and relax with friends and family.

 

According to an official announcement from the municipal council, the project’s budget has been set at 260 million baht.

 

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Makes staying in Sukhumvit 10 very pleasant for those who enjoy a little walk. I can walk to my bicycle shop, the Australian embassy in half an hour without any traffic annoyances and uncertainties.

 

For those who'd want to know I stay at the Centrepoint suites, nice and affordable. Might get more expensive though as they start renovations.

38 minutes ago, snoop1130 said:

The facilities will serve as new landmarks for the capital, providing residents with an ideal location to visit and relax with friends and family.

Will they have to worry about being run over by motorbikes?

1 hour ago, kotsak said:

Will they have to worry about being run over by motorbikes?

Don't see Thai motorcyclists taking their bike up the stairs to reach it... or maybe it changed now?

10 minutes ago, tomazbodner said:

Don't see Thai motorcyclists taking their bike up the stairs to reach it... or maybe it changed now?

Nothing would surprise me here anymore.. ????

12 hours ago, Boomer6969 said:

Might get more expensive though as they start renovations.

Centerpoint or BMA  ?  looks close to mass transit too.

Often took this elevated cycle route for an afternoon's excursion from Lumpini park.

 Wonderfully clear of traffic and Benjakitti park is marvelous for cyclists 

I was living on Soi 10 in 1999 when the Green walkway was completed.  It was very nice to use going from Soi 10 to Lumpini Park.  

17 hours ago, tomazbodner said:

Don't see Thai motorcyclists taking their bike up the stairs to reach it... or maybe it changed now?

Also, there won't be room for m/cs between street vendor stalls on the 'walkway' and pedestrians....????