Art on Manhole Cover It is the intention to develop the public area of the Yaowarat community into a cultural landmark, as well as to beautify the cityscape to attract tourists, leading to the stimulation of the local economy.
The design process involved the participation of expert consultants and many artist designers, considering aspects of creativity, art, feng shui, history, and culture, resulting in stunning works that present the original identity of Yaowarat and the creative abilities of the Thai people simultaneously.
The 8 artists are: Mr. Thanakorn Deauam, Mr. Vorapak Thasmakorn, Mr. Natthaporn Wesaratcharoen, Ms. Dusita Warapongsitthikul, Mr. Thantai Phornjanthong, Mr. Jurit Kangwanphum, Ms. Ratchadaporn Hemjinda, and Mr. Phattharayu Watthanapanit.
The project advisory group consists of 5 members: Mr. Wisit Techakasem, art and feng shui consultant, architect; Mr. Somchai Kwangthongpanit, local history consultant for Yaowarat-Chinese; Mr. Prida Pratthachariya, cultural consultant and lifestyle of the Chinese community in Chinatown; Mr. Nithiwut Sriboonchai Soosakul, Chinese language and Chinese calligraphy consultant; and Dr. Pairoj Pithayameethi, design consultant in visual arts.
The colors from Beger have also been honored to be part of the art on the Yaowarat manhole covers, using a special high-quality paint system that is durable in all conditions to ensure the beauty of the manhole covers lasts long. It starts with a primer using Beger Rust Guard, followed by a middle coat of Beger FlooraGuard 21, combined with the first topcoat of Beger Durathane, and finished with a clear topcoat of Beger Unithane B-4000 to add a beautiful shine and eye-catching colors.
Where are the 18 manhole covers featuring the identity of Yaowarat located?
In the Yaowarat area, there are a total of 18 solid manhole covers with identity patterns, stretching from the Odeon Circle at the corner of Yaowarat Road to the Iron Bridge at Klong Ong Ang, at the corner of Boriphat Road. Let’s see what designs each manhole cover has, along with a map of each location, guaranteed to be easy to find. Snap a photo and don’t forget to share!
Y01 Crosswalk in front of Tian Fa Foundation
- Artist: Thantai Phornjanthong
- Title of the work: We are friends and brothers of the Chinese people
- Concept: The Tian Fa Foundation Hospital is the first foundation in Thailand, formed by a group of Chinese speakers to provide assistance to impoverished patients to receive medical treatment, including both modern and traditional Chinese medicine, and continues to this day.
Y02 Crosswalk at Lamphun Chai Intersection
- Artist: Thantai Phornjanthong
- Title of the work: Radiant and Prosperous Yaowarat
- Concept: The prosperity of Yaowarat Road, which once had trams as a public transportation system, reflects its significance as an economic and cultural street of Bangkok, comprising shops, opera houses, restaurants, department stores, and numerous entertainment venues along the entire road.
Y03 Crosswalk at Lamphun Chai Intersection
- Artist: Woraphak Thasmakorn
- Title: Entertainment in Yaowarat of the Past
- Concept: A place that combines entertainment and a meeting point for Chinese brothers and sisters, featuring coffee shops, tea houses, hotels, gambling dens, and women holding fans to welcome guests.
Y04 Crosswalk at Chalermburi Intersection in front of Heng Heng Supermarket
- Artist: Woraphak Thasmakorn
- Title: Heaven on the Seventh Floor
- Concept: The first high-rise building of Siam on Yaowarat Road is a 7-story building filled with various entertainments and is the origin of the phrase “Heaven on the Seventh Floor.”
Y05 Bus stop in front of Pang Pang Yaowarat
- Artist: Woraphak Thasmakorn
- Title: Chinese Table
- Concept: The starting point for eating shark fin, Hong Kong-style fried noodles, dried red curry fish maw, and various Chinese dishes.
Y06 Hua Seng Hong Store
- Artist: Vorapak Thasmakorn
- Artwork Title: Chinese Opera House
- Concept: Another form of entertainment from Yaowarat in the past that has disappeared is the Chinese opera and the charm of the opera house.
Y07 Entrance to the Old Market
- Artist: Juthrit Kangwanphum
- Artwork Title: Old Yaowarat Market
- Concept: “The Talakluk” is an ancient market located in the heart of Yaowarat Road, surrounded by many important places such as the Kuan Yu Shrine, Sampeng, Lantern Alley, and Leng Buay Eak Alley. Although it has adapted over time, it remains a source of traditional products such as dried goods, salted fish, dried squid, dried shrimp, fish maw, or Chinese fish. Additionally, it is a gathering place for many restaurants, both small and large, including shophouses, food carts, and street vendors, making it a dragon’s belly where one can enjoy delicious food all day and night.
Y08 Entrance to Leng Buay Eak Market
- Artist: Juthrit Kangwanphum
- Artwork Title: Leng Buay Eak Market
- Concept: When thinking of Chinese festivals and shopping for ingredients, both fresh and dried, snacks, or seasonings for Chinese cooking in Bangkok, Leng Buay Eak Market comes to mind as one of the top choices, especially during the festival season. Leng Buay Eak Alley becomes crowded with people bustling to shop, with many families preferring to procure “Sasa” or “Hong Sa” here due to the wide variety of products available and the shops that understand their customers well, allowing them to “find everything in one place.”
Y09 The crosswalk at the mouth of Dragon Street in front of Thongbai Yaowarat
- Artist: Ratchadaporn Hemjinda
- Title: Gold Shop
- Concept: Symbol of auspiciousness, wealth, prosperity, and abundant riches
Y10 The crosswalk at the mouth of Dragon Street in front of Leng Hong Gold Shop
- Artist: Dusita Warapongsitthikul
- Title: Sampeng
- Concept: The vase is a symbol of auspiciousness, combining patterns of flowers from the four seasons and paired dragons. The bow represents the Sampeng area known for selling gift shops. It is believed that placing the vase in the hall near the front door will ensure that good chi entering the home is stimulated by the abundant peaceful energy present.
Y11 The entrance to Wat Bamphen Chin Prat (Green Lantern Alley)
- Artist: Natthaporn Wesaratchakool
- Title: Suki Yaowarat
- Concept: The alley that is the origin of Suki Yaowarat
Y12 The crosswalk at Ratchawong intersection in front of Black Cat Union Co., Ltd.
- Artist: Natthaporn Wesaratchakool
- Artwork Title: Under the Sky Mall 8 bit
- Concept: The famous Under the Sky Mall in the past at Ratchawong intersection, remembered by the artist from visits with parents to Yaowarat, using 8-bit graphic techniques like in old games.
Y13 The crosswalk at Ratchawong intersection in front of LK BEAUTY store
- Artist: Thanakorn Deuam
- Artwork Title: Under the Sky Mall
- Concept: The lively atmosphere of Ratchawong intersection and the Under the Sky Mall in days gone by.
Y14 The crosswalk in front of Krung Thai Bank, Yaowarat branch
- Artist: Pathrayu Watanapanit
- Artwork Title: Mat for Pillows
- Concept: The trading ships that brought gold and silver from China through the port into Thailand.
Y15 The crosswalk opposite Thai Credit Bank
- Artist: Thanakorn Dee-uam
- Title: Khlong Thom
- Concept: The fun is like playing a treasure hunt amidst the dim lights of Khlong Thom market in memory. It is a place selling various items, from spare parts, nuts, old toys, electrical appliances, collectibles, to second-hand goods.
Y16 Bus stop sign, Chumchon Lueanrit
- Artist: Thanthai Phornjanthong
- Title: Chumchon Lueanrit
- Concept: A community with beautiful architectural buildings, it is a traditional fabric selling area, wholesale fabric market, and has many old scale shops. It is a point of cultural fusion between Thai, Chinese, and Indian cultures. Currently, the area has been revitalized to be beautiful, akin to the beginning of a new prosperity, with the Phra Prang of Wat Chakrawat visible from within the community.
Y17 The entrance archway of Weng Nakhon Khehaem
- Artist: Thanthai Phornjanthong
- Title: Weng Nakhon Khehaem
- Concept: Once a trading area for imported goods from abroad, including antiques, musical instruments, kitchenware, books, and cinemas, it was a hub of entertainment and fun, fitting the name Nakhon Khehaem. Today, it is a filming location for many movies.
Y18 Pharmacy storefront, Kwang Tien Dispensary Co., Ltd. (corner of Boriphat Road)
- Artist: Thanthai Phornjanthong
- Title of work: Iron Bridge, Klong Ong Ang
- Concept: A district for selling toys, models, and various games that everyone has nostalgic memories of from childhood. Currently, the area has been developed into a beautiful and clean Klong Ong Ang, representing the growth of the city that blends the old and the new.
Map of the location of the Yaowarat manhole cover
Activity “Check-in Manhole Cover for a Chance to Win Big Prizes”
In addition to showing how beautiful the Yaowarat manhole covers are and revealing their locations for you to follow, Beger also has the activity “Check-in Manhole Cover for a Chance to Win Big Prizes,” inviting everyone to check out the Yaowarat manhole covers today for a chance to win big prizes worth over 8,990 baht. Anyone can join easily; you could be the next stylish Thai supermodel of the city!
How to participate in the activity
1. Go to the activity post on the Beger Paint Facebook page.
2. Take a photo with the beautiful manhole cover at Yaowarat and comment under the activity post.
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5. Read the terms and conditions for participating in the activity and receiving prizes. If your photo impresses the judges, you can expect to receive a prize!
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Terms and conditions for participating in the “Beger Check-in Manhole Cover for a Chance to Win Big Prizes” activity and receiving prizes
- Only those who share the post publicly and follow the rules correctly will be eligible.
- Prizes: Eco-friendly Future We, Future World tote bags worth 899 baht, a total of 10 prizes, with a total value of 8,990 baht. The prizes are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash. The company reserves the right to change the terms or prizes without prior notice.
- Duration of the activity ends on November 30, 2024. Winners will be announced on December 6, 2024, on the Beger Paint Facebook page.
- After the announcement of the prizes, the lucky winners must message the Inbox to confirm their rights and fill out the shipping information in the specified form on the Beger Paint Facebook page within 7 days; otherwise, they will forfeit their right to receive the prize.
- The company will deliver the prizes to you within 7-14 business days after receiving your confirmation information.
- The decision of the committee is final. We reserve the right to cancel the announcement and distribution of prizes if the total number of participants is less than 50 people.
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