Monkey Business & Old Ruins - the Main Draws of Lopburi
A funny guide to Lopburi, Thailand, home of monkeys, ruins, and questionable life choices involving both. Lopburi: Thailand’s Monkey Kingdom (Yes, That’s a Warning) If you’ve ever thought, “Hey, I’d love to visit ancient ruins while being harassed by furry anarchists,” then Lopburi is your place. Located just a couple hours north of Bangkok, it’s a historic city filled with Khmer temples, royal palaces, and one of the most aggressively confident monkey populations on Earth. How to Get There By Train Trains from Bangkok's Hua Lamphong or Bang Sue stations cost 50–150 THB, depending on whether you want A/C or prefer the "authentic" open-window, sweat-based experience. The ride takes about 2.5–4 hours, which is just enough time to question your life decisions. By Minivan From Bangkok's Mo Chit terminal, you can catch a minivan for around 150-220 THB. Slightly faster, slightly more chaotic, infinitely more dangerous and likely involves being yelled at in Thai at least o...