108 sun salutations in Bangkok new years?

honestly if you're in Asoke you could also check out Absolute Yoga at Terminal 21, it's right there in the mall above the BTS. They don't always advertise the 108 thing publicly but the teachers sometimes do an informal session on new years morning if enough people show up. worth asking at the front desk a day or two before, the staff there are pretty chill about it. plus you're already in the area so no need to walk far in the heat

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Another option is The Yoga Barn just off Soi 26, not far from Phrom Phong BTS. They've done the 108 in past years too, though their session tends to be later in the morning around 9 or 10. It's a smaller studio so you might want to message them on Line to check availability. The vibe there is a bit more chill than Yoga Elements if you prefer a quieter start to the year.

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Yoga Elements on Sukhumvit 31 usually does a 108 sun salutations session on New Year's morning. It's about a 10 minute walk from Asoke BTS, down Soi 31 past a few cafes. The led practice starts around 7 or 8 am and costs maybe 500 baht if you're not a member. I'd call ahead to confirm since they don't always post the schedule far in advance.

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Krua Dok Mai Kao is solid but I've always found their som tam a bit tame on the pla ra. If you want the real funky version, try the shophouse spots along Soi Udomsuk 26, near the night market end. They pound it fresh with fermented fish that'll clear your sinuses, and it's like 60 baht. Different style from the On Nut places, more Lao-leaning.

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for som tam specifically i'd say the Isaan spots in Chatuchak are underrated, weekdays only though since the weekend crowd ruins the vibe. there's a stall near gate 2 that does tam pa with fermented bamboo shoots, super sour and funky, not something you see much in On Nut. if you're already heading north for Or Tor Kor anyway its worth the detour.

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honestly the som tam at Krua Dok Mai Kao is good but what got me hooked is their nam prik pla raa dip with the raw veggies, that funk hits way harder than the papaya does. think most people sleep on it cuz they just order the som tam and gai yang. also pro tip, go before noon on weekdays, after that teh pla ra gets milder cuz they batch it for the lunch rush

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