On August 2016, 8, the Purple Line of the Bangkok MRT in Thailand will be opened to traffic. Although the Purple Line has not yet been connected to the existing Blue Line, the Purple Line’s Bang Son Station (Bang Son) and the Purple Line’s Intersection Station, Tao Ben Station (Tao Between the two stations of Poon), the shuttle bus must be used to transfer.I believe many people are already looking forward to expanding Bangkok's tourism landscape through the Purple Line MRT, and the Central Department Store Group opened a new shopping mall as early as a year ago, which is known as the largest Central Plaza Westgate in Southeast Asia!
Transportation: How to get to Central Plaza Westgate?
The newly opened Central Plaza Westgate shopping mall on August 2015, 8, with a floor area of 25 square meters, is located next to Talad Bang Yai Station on the Purple Line of Bangkok MRT. After exiting the MRT Station Exit 50, walk about 4 Many meters can be reached.
Central Plaza Westgate is not only close to the MRT station, but also next to the expressway interchange. The two roads cross and there are multi-line bus stops. The traffic is very convenient, but for tourists, of course MRT or taxis are used. best choice.
▲ The first phase of the Bangkok MRT Purple Line is 23 kilometers long, with a total of 16 stations. Tao Poon Station is the starting point of the second phase and is also an important station connecting the blue line.
▲ Exit from Exit 4 of Talad Bang Yai MRT Station and you will arrive at Central Plaza Westgate next to the interchange.
▲ Talad Bang Yai Station is on the viaduct on the left. Although the purple line belongs to the MRT system, it is not a subway!
▲ The entrance on the second floor of Central Plaza Westgate is directly connected to the passage of Talad Bang Yai MRT Station.
▲ The entrance on the second floor of Central Plaza Westgate is taller and more conspicuous than the entrance on the first floor.
▲ The high-rise plaza at the entrance of the second floor of Central Plaza Westgate, next to Starbucks.
▲ There are water dancing and light shows in the high-rise plaza on the second floor, as well as many animal-shaped electric vehicles for adults and children to enjoy.
▲Central Plaza Westgate has many routes that can be reached by bus, which is less for tourists.
▲ For the residents of Bangkok, Central Plaza Westgate should be a shopping mall with very convenient transportation.
Central Plaza Westgate. Floor 1 floor introduction
The first floor of Central Plaza Westgate is more like the basement of a general department store, mainly supermarkets, daily necessities, food stalls, chain stores and fast food.
▲ Floor plan of the mall on the first floor.
▲ The large supermarket on the first floor.
Central Plaza Westgate. Floor 2 floor introduction
The second floor of Central Plaza Westgate can be said to be the facade of a shopping mall. The high-rise plaza connecting the exit of the MRT station is quite conspicuous. The main shops include popular and sportswear, books, music, jewelry, shoes, bags and accessories, which are general department stores. The company’s mainstream consumer product area.
▲ The floor plan of the mall on the second floor.
Central Plaza Westgate. Floor 3 floor introduction
The third floor of Central Plaza Westgate is dominated by restaurants. In addition to the Food Park food court that is necessary for general department stores, it is stationed in Thai, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, and Hong Kong specialties. There is also a children’s play space next to the food court. .
▲ Floor plan of the mall on the third floor.
▲ The children's play area next to the Food Park food court.
Central Plaza Westgate. Floor 4 floor introduction
The fourth floor of Central Plaza Westgate is dominated by entertainment facilities. At present, it is mainly a cinema and amusement equipment. Other spaces are still under construction. I believe this will be the favorite of teenagers and children.
▲ Floor plan of the mall on the fourth floor.
▲ Doraemon billboards in the game equipment area are full.
▲ Bangkok cinemas are luxurious and cheap. If you have the opportunity, you can try it.
▲ The daylighting patio on the top floor.
Conclusion: The best parent-child community shopping center
The area along the Purple Line of the Bangkok MRT is far away from downtown Bangkok. At present, there are not many sightseeing spots and facilities. The MRT function is mainly to provide commuting transportation for local residents in Bangkok. Central Plaza Westgate, which covers a vast area, seems to be locked For the local residents in Bangkok, the shopping mall is designed with parent-child as the focus, which is very suitable for the whole family to come here for consumption. After going there in person, it is indeed a scene full of families traveling together.
For foreign tourists, if you are staying in a hotel in the Chatuchak area, and if you are a family traveling abroad, it is recommended to take the MRT to come here. The shopping mall is full of fun facilities for parents and children. Cute dolls that attract big and small friends, with high ceilings and ample space for activities, which are very suitable for parent-child tourists.
◎ Central Plaza Westgate. เซ็นทรัลพลาซา เวสต์เกต
– English address: 199, 199/1, 199/2 Moo 6, Sao Thonghin Bang Yai, Nonthaburi
– Thai address: 199, 199/1 และ 199/2 หมู่ที่ 6 ตำบลเสาธงหินุงนุงนุงนุงนุดดงดง
– Phone: +66 2 021 9999
– Official website: http://www.centralplaza.co.th/westgate/
– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralPlazaWestgate
