Midnight’s when the flowers arrive. By the ton. Trucks roll in with orchids, roses, marigolds, lotus: mostly headed for temples, hotels or even someone’s apartment. Not exactly a landmark, but it’s a sight. This is the wholesale scene by Memorial Bridge where Bangkok’s flower economy runs on ungodly hours.
3am is peak chaos. Trucks squeeze into impossible corners, vendors knee-deep in petals sorting by colour. Garland makers’ hands move so fast you can’t track how stems become tight circles in seconds.
Lately, groups of kids on the bridge hold a single stem, snapping photos. Bring a camera if that’s your thing, or just stand back and watch the machinery.