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Friday, April 26, 2024

From royal roots to a modern city

King Vajiravudh constructed Charoenrat 31 Bridge to celebrate his 31st birthday. Photo: Sunanta Hamontri

As Bangkok blows its birthday candles today, many historical sites including the Grand Palace, Bangkok National Museum, Santi Chai Prakan Park, City Pillar Shrine, Wat Bowon Niwet Vihara and Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theatre have transformed into fun entertainment venues for the “240th Anniversary Of The Foundation Of Rattanakosin”, running until Sunday.

The five-day event has a diverse programme of cultural performances in different fields, exhibitions, workshops, movie screenings and other fun activities, allowing both the old and young generations to come together and celebrate Thailand’s long history and…

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