The forest, funded by the Petroleum Authority of Thailand (PTT), is approximately 6 kilometres from the Suvarnabhumi International Airport.

Visitors can enjoy 270 species of rare plants and pick up tips on eco-forest plantation and reforestation.

The Metro Forest is divided into three zones, namely forest planting, water source and learning centre.

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Groups of no more than 50 people are allowed to enter the forest twice a day &ndash; from 9am to noon, and from 1pm to 4pm. Visitors are required to wear a face mask at all times and book their visit three days in advance by calling (02) 136 6380.

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Bangkok gets a new green lung – the Metro Forest

The 12-rai Metro Forest located on the Eastern fringes of Bangkok is now open for nature lovers to explore and enjoy, provided they book their visit three days in advance.