The in 2019 inaugurated MRT
metro (fig.)
stations along the
Bangkok Metro
Blue Line extension are made in distinctive Thai architectural
style and are designed with local themes.
The Sanam Chai station,
near the southern end of the
Old City
Moat (fig.),
features traditional Thai
columns with
cornices according to ancient design
(fig.),
with ancient decorative patterns, such
as
kranok
motifs (fig.).
Bangkok Metro (MRT)
Bangkok Metro (MRT)
This feature is also incorporated in some of the trains on this
route, of which the ceilings are red with traditional patterns in gold,
similar to those used in Thai temple design (fig.),
while the walls have the Thai-style columns.