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Khlong saeng ws compilation
A khlong (also commonly spelled klong; Thai: คลอง (Pronunciation)) commonly refers to a canal in Thailand. These canals are spawned by the Chao Phraya, the Tha Chin, the Mae Klong Rivers, and their tributaries particularly in the low-lying areas of central Thailand. The Thai word khlong is not limited to artificial canals. Many smaller rivers are referred to as "khlongs", followed by the name of the stream.
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- Khlong saeng ws compilation
- Map of Khlong Mueang Sakon Nakhon District Sakon Nakhon 47000 Thailand
- Bangkok transit how to travel in bangkok khlong saen saep express boat meetrip
- Khlongs in Bangkok
- Floating markets
- References
Map of Khlong, Mueang Sakon Nakhon District, Sakon Nakhon 47000, Thailand
Bangkok transit how to travel in bangkok khlong saen saep express boat meetrip
Khlongs in Bangkok
Historically, the Thai capital Bangkok was crisscrossed by khlongs, and so gained the nickname, "Venice of the East". Khlongs were used for transportation and for floating markets, but also for sewage disposal. Today, most of the khlongs of Bangkok have been filled in, although the Thonburi side of Bangkok (covering areas west of Chao Phraya River) still retains several of its larger khlongs.
Central Bangkok has the Khlong Saen Saeb, which is a route for a boat service that remains a vital public transportation function in the traffic-congested capital.
Floating markets
Traditional floating markets now exist mainly as tourist attractions. The best-known is the Damnoen Saduak in Ratchaburi Province.