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Bangkok's Top Ten
There's lots to see and do in Bangkok, but here are some places that are "can't misses," and others, a bit less known, that you shouldn't miss …
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5. Morlam Music at Tawan Daeng
Tawan Daeng Nightclub
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You’ll hear Morlam music, the infectious, upbeat, rocking country music from northeast (Isaan) Thailand, virtually everywhere you go in the city.
A fine Morlam music venue in Bangkok called Tawan Daeng (Red Sun), rocks the house down, and westerners are welcomed with smiles and upcountry Isaan hospitality.
Here, you’ll see local acts and the occasional headliner, backed up by the exceptional house band.
Headliners usually play Friday nights, and if you're lucky, you'll catch stars like Jintara, Siriporn, Ponsak Sorngsaeng, and Daeng Jidtakon.
Each singer is accompanied by elaborately costumed stage dancers.
Tawan Daeng Rockin'
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Directions to Tawan Daeng
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The exceptionally friendly staff doesn’t speak much English, but “beer” is universal in any language, and the food menu is printed in English.
This is a unique way to experience the rich culture of Isaan, and hear great music, too.
Things really get going around 10 pm, and the club closes at 2 am.
To get there, you can take the BTS skytrain to the Pra Khanong station, then a taxi (approx. 55 baht, on the meter) to the club. You may also print the following map, which you can give to your taxi driver. Tawan Daeng, 484 Pattanakarn Road, Bangkok.
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