absolutelyBangkok archive · Culture & Arts
Originally published Jan. 26, 2009
Each time when passing the corner of Wireless and Ploenchit this fat old something keeps me guessing: what’s this? Not only does it stand in the middle of the sidewalk and obstructs passage, it has as well some strange holes and details “built in” — it must have served some purpose some decades ago.
Back then Wireless was a klong and elephants were common beasts of burden in Bangkok. Was that strange old something part of a dock for ships? Or a part of something to tie elephants to? And why is it not removed? I mean they’re tearing down much more useful stuff in Bangkok.
This undefinable something has so far defied the times and braved the elements. It’s old and weathered — with seemingly no purpose. I’ve heard many stories though what it could be — none of them making real sense. There must be a simple answer to it — anyone? Or got a photo from those times?
Another true Bangkok mystery. A seemingly completely useless thing defying the odds:
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