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In contrast to the earlier forts which were towers in the city wall, these were large star-shaped forts similar to those of Western design. Pong Patchamit Fort is situated on the west bank of the river, today in Khlong San District ( 13°43′51″N 100°30′34″E / 13.73083°N 100.50944°E / 13.73083; 100.50944
–Phra Arthit Fort or Phra Sumen Fort was built in 1783 A.D. or 2326 B.E. in the reign of King Rama I. It is only one of fourteen forts left today. The purpose of building this fort is for protecting the city from the enemies. [4] During that time, the king decided to build a number of fortifications to protect Bangkok.
Religious buildings and structures in Bangkok (2 C, 16 P) Pages in category "Buildings and structures in Bangkok" The following 71 pages are in this category, out of 71 total.
Phra Sumen Road (Thai: ถนนพระสุเมรุ) is a 1.3 km (0.8 mi) long road that runs through the Bangkok's old town zone known as "Rattanakosin Island". It was named after the fort that was built since the King Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke (Rama I)'s reign, when he planted Bangkok to be the new capital in 1782.
CITY GUIDES: The modern metropolis stands tall as a cultural capital of the world, with cutting-edge food, glamorous sky bars and suitcase-filling shopping to match, says Lucie Grace
Drum Tower (Thai: หอกลอง) is a historic building constructed in 1782 in Bangkok located on side of Sanam Chai Road, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang Subdistrict, Phra Nakhon District, beside to Wat Pho and Territorial Defense Command. [1] [2
The nearby Fort Mahakan community was a hub of the fireworks industry; however, after the demolition of the fort and removal of its community, fireworks trading has been banned. [12] [13] [14] Phu Khao Thong is now a popular Bangkok tourist attraction and has become a symbol of the city. Panoramic view from the Golden Mountain
Lim Kimya had dual Cambodian and French nationality, but chose to stay in Cambodia even after his party was outlawed. The CNRP – Cambodia National Rescue Party – was an amalgamation of two ...