The Starbucks Relief Bangkok Blue was released some time ago, but it appears to have been an overlooked addition at the time. Three other color variations of the same mug were issued around the same period, roughly a decade earlier, each presenting a different take on the design. This blue version stands out in particular, as it is uncommon within the Relief collection, where Starbucks typically favored much darker shades of blue.… Read more
This Relief mug was released for Bangkok, Thailand and it’s main color is silver. Following elements (points of attraction) are engraved on the mug Rama VIII Bridge, Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall, Chao Phraya River, The Temple of Dawn, The Temple of the Emerald Buddha, The Golden Mount, Democracy Monument, Giant Swing.. Production date: December 2016… Read more
This Relief mug was released for Bangkok, Thailand and it’s main color is black. Following elements (points of attraction) are engraved on the mug Rama VIII Bridge, Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall, Chao Phraya River, The Temple of Dawn, The Temple of the Emerald Buddha, The Golden Mount, Democracy Monument, Giant Swing.. Production date: January 2015… Read more
This Relief mug was released for Bangkok, Thailand and it’s main color is green. Following elements (points of attraction) are engraved on the mug Rama VIII Bridge, Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall, Chao Phraya River, The Temple of Dawn, The Temple of the Emerald Buddha, The Golden Mount, Democracy Monument, Giant Swing.. Production date: January 2015… Read more
Another gift from a friend has joined my collection. The Been There Ornament Bangkok comes in a separate box, which seems to be in line with other releases from Thailand.
Bangkok’s story begins in the late 18th century, when King Rama I established it as the capital of Siam in 1782 after the fall of Ayutthaya. What started as a riverside settlement along the Chao Phraya River quickly grew into the political, cultural, and spiritual heart of the country. Over time, canals, royal compounds, and temples shaped the city’s layout, earning Bangkok a reputation as a place where tradition and daily life are deeply intertwined.… Read more
