This archived ExploreTraveler video is titled Wild Monkeys Take Over Town in Lopburi, Thailand. The page was originally published on February 29, 2024; its exact filming date is not recorded here. This is a Lopburi archive, not a Bangkok wildlife guide or a report of present-day monkey numbers or conditions.
Last updated October 15, 2026 (Central time): added clearly attributed context from a separate ExploreTraveler Lopburi film and aligned the summary. The original February 29, 2024 publication, author, clip, player and description are preserved. This is not a new filming or playback verification.
Earlier repair — October 14, 2026: restored the official embedded player with a YouTube fallback and added three article-specific FAQs, alongside the earlier link-label and safety-context repairs. Playback and substantive video coverage remain unverified. The original publication, author and media are preserved.
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Lopburi’s old city and modern town: context from a separate film
There is a longer ExploreTraveler account behind our interest in Lopburi. In ThaiMonkey City to Ancient Palaces — Our Thailand Adventureland, Karen and John introduce Monkey City as an old city with a modern town built around it. They describe people and monkeys coexisting in that setting. This is supporting context from a separate film, not a transcript of the February 2024 clip above.
That introduction helps explain the Monkey City name in our archive. The monkeys are discussed as part of a place where people live, rather than as animals encountered only on a remote wildlife outing. Karen and John’s conversation moves between the older city and the modern surroundings. Their account is a firsthand description of that visit; it does not establish a current population total or describe every street in Lopburi.
The longer film also records a very specific interruption: their bag of bananas was taken before they reached the feeding area. John then describes a larger monkey taking the bananas from a smaller one and points out the torn bag. Our Monkey Craziness companion article gives that incident more space. It is a historical encounter, not an activity we recommend repeating; current animal-safety guidance is below.
The same longer film continues to a Summer Palace and temple ruins, while this page stays focused on the Lopburi archive. Its published description identifies the wider journey with Bang Pa-In and the Ayutthaya region. Those separate stops should not be read as the location of every monkey scene, or as proof of the filming date or precise temple in this short clip.
Wildlife safety when planning a visit
The CDC’s animal-safety guidance advises travelers not to touch or feed monkeys. If an animal bites or scratches you, wash the wound promptly with soap and running water and seek medical care immediately, even if it looks minor. Discuss animal-exposure prevention with a travel-health professional before your trip. Source checked October 14, 2026; this guidance is separate from the archived footage and original promotional description.
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Original archived description
The original promotional description below is preserved as archive material. Its monkey-number and visitor-reaction claims have not been independently verified here; they are not a current census, a safety endorsement or a promise of present-day conditions. Do not approach wildlife to recreate an encounter.
Watch as thousands of wild monkeys take over the town of Lopburi, Thailand in this incredible footage. These mischievous monkeys roam freely through the streets, rooftops, and temples, delighting visitors and locals alike with their playful antics. Known as the Monkey City, Lopburi is a popular tourist destination for those seeking a unique wildlife experience. Join us on this unforgettable adventure as we witness the close interactions between humans and these fascinating creatures.
Frequently asked questions about this Lopburi video
Is this video from Lopburi or Bangkok?
The original ExploreTraveler video title identifies Lopburi, Thailand. This page is not a Bangkok monkey guide. For a separate Bangkok experience, see our archived Bangkok morning-market video.
Does this video show current monkey numbers or conditions?
No. This page was first published on February 29, 2024, and its exact filming date is not recorded here. The preserved description is not a current population count. Do not use it to infer present-day access, conditions or how an encounter will unfold.
Should visitors touch or feed monkeys in Lopburi?
No. The CDC advises travelers not to touch or feed monkeys. After a bite or scratch, immediately wash the wound thoroughly with soap and running water and seek medical care immediately, even if it appears minor. This planning guidance was checked October 14, 2026; it is separate from the historical video.
