Bangkok has been an exciting city to live in. The people are incredibly friendly, always greeting you with warm smiles, and the food is just fantastic. One of my favorite dishes is basil rice—it’s simple, delicious, and so easy to find. There are plenty of food stalls around the city, making it convenient to grab a meal whenever I need it.
The transportation system here is also very different from Myanmar. Bangkok is packed with sky trains and underground trains, which makes getting around the city much easier.
This little black cat is always at the entrance of the Station. I can't resist but pet him every time I meet him.
This is me waiting for the train. I always catch the train, thus wearing a mask to prevent from any bacteria or virus.
I remember visiting some incredible shopping malls like Central World, Bangapi Mall, SeaCon Square, and Siam Paragon, where I visited the Sea Life Aquarium.
This is Aung and me.
Riding a glass boat there was a surreal experience, and although my last visit was 5 years ago, the city and these places remain as amazing as ever. And 5 mins walk from Siam Paragon is Siam Discovery, where realistic lifelike wax-figures of famous people including "The Lady".
During weekends, I worked part-time as a barista for a lovely gentleman named Neno. He and his family were incredibly kind to me. Here are some photos of the barista.
His mother, Helen, cooked the most delicious meals I’ve ever had in Bangkok. It felt like home every time I worked there.
My weekdays from Monday to Wednesday are quite packed as I’m finishing a program called GUSTO, which will be completed in mid-October. After that, I cook lunch and do chores. Living independently is definitely hard work! Afterward, I usually spend time revising my language studies, mainly focusing on Japanese these days. I enjoy writing down kanji, working through textbooks, and, when I need a break, watching anime to relax.
These past few days, I'm learning Thai that is my 4th language. (Burmese, English, Japanese, and now Thai)
This is Chinatown in Bangkok.
In the evenings, I try to stay active. If it rains, I hit the gym to run on the treadmill and lift weights. Exercising feels great, especially when the weather is cooler. On hot days, I prefer swimming at my condo’s pool. When it’s cloudy, I love taking long walks outside. Afterward, I’ll shower, cook dinner, or sometimes head out for a nice warm meal.
In my downtime, I enjoy watching documentaries, particularly about history, like World War 1 and 2. They offer so much depth and help explain why the world is the way it is today. I also enjoy watching Discovery channels about marine creatures, what's in the Amazon rainforest and the fights of the kings of the great grassland of Africa. Lately, I’ve been tuning into Muay Thai and kickboxing fights on The One Channel, where many Myanmar boxers have found a platform.
On weekends, when I have free time at work, I like to read. I’m currently reading a book called *The Burnout*. Even though Bangkok is famous for its nightlife, I prefer spending my evenings quietly, reading a good book and listening to soothing piano music. It’s my way of winding down in this vibrant city.
Bangkok offers so much, but for me, it’s the everyday moments—good food, kind people, and finding small joys—that make living here special.
If you have any questions or comments, email me at nangsuyati.edu@gmail.com.
Take care,
Ti Ti