Bangkok's Towering Ambitions Soon to Become Reality

(Source: Travel Weekly China)

The Thai government has approved a 4.6-billion baht (US$117 million) plan to build Bangkok Observation Tower, set to be a new attraction and the tallest structure in Thailand once it is complete.

Among the projects to be displayed at the tower include those of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej. Admission fee will be set at 750 baht, with a 50% discount for Thais, reported Bangkok Post, with revenue after expenses to go to charity.

The project was approved without calling for bids, due to concerns about a possible delay and lack of interest from construction firms, according to a government spokesperson.

Construction cost will be funded by the government, the Bangkok Observation Tower Foundation, and loans from financial institutions.

The 459-metre-high attraction will be built on a state-owned land by the Chao Phraya River in Khlong San district.