The Historical Evolution of Bangkok, Thailand

Thais call Bangkok a "military post", which means "city of angels". Translate its Thai full name into Latin characters, with the length of 142 letters, which means: "city of angels, a great city, the residence of the Jade Buddha, an indestructible city, a world metropolis endowed with nine gems" and so on. During the period of 1767, when the Wu Dynasty (1767- 1782) rose, some small markets and settlements gradually formed in Bangkok. 1782, Rama I of the Bangkok dynasty moved his capital from Tunwuli, west of the Chao Phraya River, to Bangkok, east of the river. Rama I built palaces and walls here and built nine streets, among which Sanpin Street is the most famous. During the reign of Buddha Lotra Naboulet and III (1809- 195 1), many Buddhist temples were built in the city. During the period of Rama V (1868-19190), most of the city walls in Bangkok were demolished and roads and bridges were built. 1892, the tram connects Bangkok. Ramalongong University was founded in 19 16. 1937 Bangkok is divided into two cities: Bangkok and Tonliwu. After World War II, cities developed rapidly, and the population and area increased greatly. 197 1 year, these two cities merged into the Bangkok-Tun Ngari metropolitan area, which is called Greater Bangkok.