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Why
Cruising in Thailand?
A cruise along the legendary Chao Phraya River and
some canals on the Thon Buri side is the most pleasant
way to explore the city once dubbed "Venice of
the East" The majestic charm of the Chao Phraya
adds perspective to your exploration of the city's
premier attractions. Rivers and canals referred to
maenam and khlong in Thai have always been vital forms
of communication. When the capital of Thailand was
moved to Bangkok in 1782 (the beginning of the
Rattanakosin period), the capital was laced with
canals, so Bangkok was sometimes called the
"VENICE OF THE EAST" by European visitors.
In the past, Bangkokians usually settled by the Chao
Phraya River and gradually spread into the core of the
country. As you will see traces of the Early
Rattanakosin period such as architecture and
traditional ways of life have been left by the river
more than in the inland areas. Besides, waterways at
that time were the most important means of
transportation and trading as well. Nowadays, even
though Bangkok has become a modern city, the Chao
Phraya River as well as the canals are still charming
for whoever wishes to seek the peaceful atmosphere
amidst bustling Bangkok. Click
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