 Thailand’s capital, known internationally as
Bangkok but to Thais as Krung
Thep (City of Angels), sprawls over an area of some
1,500 square kilometers on both sides of the Chao Phraya River.
Established in 1782 by King Rama I, founder of the Chakri Dynasty, Bangkok
has been the home of the Royal Family ever since. Today, Bangkok is home
to over 6 million people. Here also are located all government
ministries, the police and military headquarters, the Supreme Patriarch of
the Buddhist faith, the most prestigious universities and schools, the
best medical facilities, important international organizations, and the
greatest collections of art, museums, newspaper publishers, and television
stations in the country. |
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