Another whimsical structure from Bangkok’s business district, the Chang Building – or the Elephant Building as it is more affectionately known – is one of the most iconic and celebrated structures in the city.

Comprised of 32 floors and reaching 335 feet in height, the building is not quite as lofty as some of the other skyscrapers we’ve seen but is no less worthy of its ‘elephantine’ status as a local landmark. The elephant is a significant and revered animal in Thai culture, symbolising strength, wisdom and good luck.

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