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Pinpoint 15 Locations for the VIJIT CHAO PHRAYA 2025 Light Show from 9 Nov - 23 Dec

Travel12 Nov 2025 14:33 GMT+7

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Pinpoint 15 Locations for the VIJIT CHAO PHRAYA 2025 Light Show from 9 Nov - 23 Dec

Pinpoint 15 locations to enjoy the dazzling lights of "VIJIT CHAO PHRAYA 2025," transforming the Chao Phraya River into the “Light of Siam.”This event promises a spectacular visual experience along the river.

This year-end, anyone seeking fantastic spots for strolling under festive lights, capturing beautiful photos, or enjoying a romantic dinner cruise should not miss the grand light and sound event of the year, "VIJIT CHAO PHRAYA 2025," returning once again.

This year’s theme is “Light of Siam, Mother of the Land,” paying tribute to the benevolence of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother. Both banks of the Chao Phraya River will glow with magnificent light displays, turning ordinary nights into unforgettable memories. Get your cameras ready, fully charge your batteries, and prepare to check in.

The grand light and sound display event "VIJIT CHAO PHRAYA 2025" will take place along both sides of the Chao Phraya River from 9 November to 23 December 2025, between 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM, spanning the river from Rama VIII Bridge to Rama III Bridge.

15 Check-in Spots at VIJIT CHAO PHRAYA 2025

This year features 15 spectacular locations along Bangkok’s main waterway. Each spot has its own unique display concept, so content lovers can choose their favorite angles to capture.

Bridges and Grand Structures

  • Rama VIII Bridge: Concept - “Royal Benevolence, Stream to Rama 8”
  • Phuttha Yodfa Bridge: “Threads of Glory” symbolizing the ties of prosperity.
  • Phra Pokklao Bridge: “Luminary Golden Threads,” the golden ties of Siam.
  • Construction Crane (Bangkok Dock Company Limited): A unique angle with “Crystal of Life,” symbolizing sustainable tourism’s light.

Pathways of Faith and Culture

  • Wat Arun Ratchawararam: A timeless highlight with “Dawn of Siam,” the dawn of the Siamese metropolis.
  • Wat Kalayanamitr: Admire the beauty of “Lamp of Kindred Spirit,” the sacred light of friendship.
  • Our Lady of Lourdes Church (Klang War): “Beacon of Ambition,” a light of prosperity.

Historic and Institutional Enchantment

  • Siriraj Hospital Area
  • Bangkok Noi Canal mouth at Siriraj Pimuk Mansion Museum features two themes: “Stream of Mercy to the Mountains” and “Stream of Time, Great Flow to the People.”
  • Royal Navy Headquarters: Witness the grandeur of “Might of the Royal Thai Navy.”
  • Nakharaphirom Park: “Chao Phraya Rhapsody,” a poetic tribute to the Chao Phraya.
  • Wichaiprasit Fort: “Guardians of the Sea,” protectors of the ocean.

Chill and Contemporary Lifestyle Spots

  • Abandoned Building (Soi Hong 1919): A cool spot to see “Siam Ghostly Heritage,” the spirit of Siam’s night.
  • River City Bangkok: “Thailand Land of Smiles,” celebrating the nation’s warmth.
  • ICONSIAM: Featuring a giant Christmas tree themed “The Thai-conic Lighting Symphony.”

Source: Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)