“Yodpiman River Walk”                                 

To Reinvigorate Yodpiman’s Status as Asia’s Top Flower City

Mr. Chaleo Preekran, chairman of Yodpiman Flower Market Group, announces that his group is spending Bt1.5 billion on the “Yodpiman River Walk” project. Via this initiative, elegant buildings will shine by Chao Phraya River and boast the Rattanakosin Island’s longest riverside walkway veranda.  

The “Yodpiman River Walk” project will be developed under the “Thai Heritage Mall” concept. As parts of the development, the group’s old buildings by the Chao Phraya River will be renovated in the Neo Classic Colonial style. Reminiscent of Western culture-influenced architectures in the earlier days of Rattanakosin Period, the renovated structures will blend well with surrounding landscape on the Rattanakosin Island. Interior designs will tell of Thailand’s history from Ayutthaya, to Thon Buri and to Rattanakosin periods. The Yodpiman River Walk project covers six buildings namely the Siam Prakan, the Viman Ayothaya, the Navapanich, the Wijit Phra Nakhon, the Yodpiman Thani, and the Buri Saran. 

Each building will serve as a shopping complex with a variety of products and services from Thai and international brands. Thai spa products and OTOP stuff, in particular, will be available. With more than 40 shops including restaurants, the complex is poised to attract both Thais and foreigners as it can respond well to their various needs. 

The “Yodpiman River Walk” project will stand out above all other riverside shopping centers because it sits on a perfect location. Its customers can enjoy the beautiful view of many Bangkok’s landmarks such as the Memorial Bridge, the Santa Cruz Church, Wat Kalayanamitr, and Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn). Moreover, it will feature the 300-meter-long walkway veranda via which tourists can fully indulge in the magnificent river scenery. 

 
Mr. Chaleo Preekran adds that another key strength of the “Yodpiman River Walk” project is its two big piers. According to him, his group will construct the Rattanakosin Island’s biggest piers at the project. Each of these piers will be as long as 24 meters. Key partners including Chao Phraya Tourist Boat (by Chao Phraya Express Boat) are also set to help attracting customers to the Yodpiman River Walk. As an extra appeal, the project is considering the use of tuk-tuk-style boats for tourists coming to its site.   

Yodpiman Flower Market Group has already allocated the Bt50million budget for promoting the Yodpiman River Walk next year. The advertising/PR campaign will cover all media as the group aims to fast create public awareness of this new interesting destination. After its launch, the Yodpiman River Walk will host a series of events too so as to attract both Thai and foreign tourists. 

“Yodpiman Flower Market Group” has owned not just the “Yodpiman River Walk” but also the “Pak Khlong Market” and the “Yodpiman Flower Market”. Together, they span over more than 15 rai of land. The two markets are often collectively referred to as “Pak Khlong Talat” and known as the wholesale flower, vegetable and fruit market. The place is also Thailand’s biggest and the world’s fourth biggest flower market. So many Thais and foreigners are fascinated by the Pak Khlong Talat vendors and their ways of life. Drawn by these magnets, a large number of tourists are prone to visit the “Yodpiman River Walk” too. 

 
Mr. Chaleo Preekran says his group has planned to construct an academic center within the same compound in the future too because there are many schools nearby. This academic center will be a hub of quality tutorial schools. 

He is confident that the “Yodpiman River Walk”, the two markets, and the academic center will respond well to the various lifestyles of all Thais and foreigners. 

The construction for the “Yodpiman River Walk” project has already started, with the riverside walkway to be completed by the coming March and all other parts by late next year. 

With its full operation, the Yodpiman River Walk is expected to attract about 20,000 customers each day with Thais accounting for 70 per cent of the customer base. Moreover, after the MRT’s Sanamchai Station opens in a nearby location in 2015, the number of customers at the Yodpiman River Walk will likely soar further. The Yodpiman Flower Market Group expects the Yodpiman River Walk to break even within five years. 

Additional Information on the Yodpiman River Walk

Siam Prakan and Viman Ayothaya Buildings 
These two buildings will exude the feel of Bangkok’s fortress town and the glory of Ayutthaya Capital. They will accommodate shops and light-meal corners. 

Nava Panich Building  
It will tell the stories of moat digging, which complemented water-transportation network in the old days, floating houses, and bustling trade in the Thon Buri period. Spanning over 800 square meters, it will feature a variety of great seafood restaurants. Its deck is loft, allowing customers to enjoy the full river view.

Wijit Phra Nakhon and Yodpiman Thani Buildings
They will showcase and celebrate the glory of Rattanakosin Era. Inside, customers can enjoy shopping and dining. A variety of modern Thai products, food, sweets, and beverages will be served alongside the beautiful scenery of the Chao Phraya River.

Buri Saran Building  
Sitting on a lovely corner, its deck promises to pamper customers with the magnificent view of the lively Chao Phraya River and Bangkok’s landscape. This is a cool place to chill out at sunset and embrace the jazzy night. Jazz music, Bistro Bar, and tasty wine will be available.

Convenient Transportation
The Yodpiman River Walk will be conveniently accessible by various modes of transport. By private car, just drive to the project’s site via the Chakphet Road or the area under the Memorial Bridge. Through smart parking technology, it is going to be easy to find parking lots. The car-park zone can accommodate more than 300 vehicles. By MRT, the project will be very close to the Sanamchai station that will open in 2015. By boat, the project has prepared two big piers. With each stretching for as long as 24 meters, these piers are going to be the biggest ones on the Rattanakosin Island. Designed to accommodate large tourist boats, they are in addition to the Chao Phraya Express Boat piers and a ferry pier. The Yodpiman River Walk project will also provide shuttle boat/shuttle bus services for tourists. With the complete water and land transportation network, the project is indeed conveniently located. Thai and foreign tourists thus will find great convenience in reaching the Yodpiwan River Walk.