Charoen Rat Road

However, during the government of the Field Marsha Sarit Thanarat, the station and railway track was dismantled, and developed to make way for the road and bus stops that exists today.

[1] Charoen Rat Road is considered a center for leather goods shops in Bangkok.

The area is known for its wide selection of leather products, including shoes, bags, belts, and other accessories.

The availability of various shops and stores has made Charoen Rat Road a vital commercial center in Bangkok's retail industry.

[3] Charoen Rat Road served as a large wholesale area for more than 30 years until an era when equipment from China and untanned leather from Thailand began to be imported here by Chinese investors.

At present, on Charoen Rat Road, it will find a lot of Chinese leather shops and products come and open in the storefront in both of the roadside.

[4] The starting point of the road crosses Wongwian Yai which is the memorial site of the King Taksin Monument.

Along the way, It passes the historic Hawaii Cinema near the alleyway of Krung Thon Buri and Lat Ya Road, as well as the Thonburi Full Gospel Church.

[5] The middle point of the road, it serves variety of delicious food options which mostly opening in late afternoon to the night of the day.

The most convenient way to get to Charoen Rat Road is to take the BTS Skytrain to Wongwian Yai Station, exit at gate 3 and walk or take a motorcycle taxi into Soi Krung Thonburi 1 for about 400 meters (1,312 ft) until you reach the intersection with Charoen Rat Road.

The surrounding area of Charoen Rat Road has very limited parking space, so it is recommended to use public transportation as the best option.