Debate continued today over whether changing Bangkok’s name is more eye-rolling absurdity or long-overdue correction.
After plans to change the capital’s name were suddenly announced – the governor of Bangkok, er, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, said today the change will take time – the reactions have ranged from exasperated and amused to supportive, with a fair amount of lulz seasoning the social media broth.
The divide has been clear since the change, proposed by the Thai Royal Academy, was endorsed by the cabinet and announced Tuesday evening. Understandably, people deemed the change unnecessary.
“Yes, Erdogan changed Turkey to ‘Türkiye,’ But from Bangkok to ‘Krung Thep Maha Nakorn?’” tweeted author and Twitter personality Kaewmala. “Seriously, WHY? Too much time on your hands?”
Bangkok wouldn’t be the first major city to revert…
