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Shophouses along Charoen Krung road with the Sathorn Unique Tower in the vicinity (2021) Charoen Krung Road (, ) is a major road in Bangkok and the first in Thailand to be built using modern construction methods. Built during 1862–1864 in the reign of King Mongkut (Rama IV), it runs from the old city centre in Rattanakosin Island, passes through Bangkok's Chinatown, continues into Bang Rak district, where it formerly served the community of European expatriates, and ends in Bang Kho Laem. Construction of the road marked a major change in Bangkok's urban development, with the major mode of transport shifting from water to land. Charoen Krung Road was Bangkok's main street up to the early 20th century, but later declined in prominence. It is still home to many historic buildings and neighbourhoods, which are beset by changes as extension of the underground MRT is poised to drive new development. History Until the mid-19th century, the primary means of transport in Bangkok (and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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Charoen (, ) is a Thai word meaning "prosper". As a given name, it may refer to: *Charoen Khanthawong (1933–2022), Thai Minister of Science and Technology *Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi (born 1944), Thai entrepreneur *Charoen Suepsaeng (1902–1969), Thai politician *Charoen Wattanasin (born 1937), former badminton player from Thailand See also * {{Given name, cat=Thai given names ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
