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The rise and fall of Klong Ong Ang
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 18/03/2024
» Photos showing the sorry state of Klong Ong Ang -- a canal in Bangkok's Samphanthawong that was once touted as an example of successful urban revitalisation -- recently trended on social media, sparking fears that the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) under governor Chadchart Sittipunt is no longer interested in the project.
Renewed push to make a success of pedal power
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 16/02/2020
» The popularity of cycling is on the wane in Bangkok. Bicycle shops and related businesses which were thriving only a few years ago are struggling to stay afloat as the number of riders on city streets has dwindled, leaving only the die-hard enthusiasts brave enough to tackle the traffic and filthy air.
Safety key to keeping city's top spot award
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 29/11/2017
» Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang yesterday pledged more investment to keep the city safe for tourists to help the capital maintain its ranking in a Mastercard survey as the world's No.1 destination city.
Mekong mayors woo tourists
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 08/11/2014
» Bangkok is to join forces with four cities in the lower Mekong to promote the region as one tourist destination.
Bangkok toppled from best tourist city spot
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 06/07/2014
» After four years as the world's top tourist destination, Bangkok has plummeted out of the top 10, in a vote by Travel + Leisure magazine readers.