Redevelopment
for Chinatown - Xinhuanet,
December 11, 2003
...The first project will involve a revamp
of the Klong Lot area from Dinso Road to the Interior Ministry.
The second will see the revival of the historic area around the
Golden Mount, with more convenient and safer facilities to allow
tourists to view historic sites and the demolition of buildings
which spoil the view.
The third project will see an overhaul of the famous Khao San
Road tourist area, from Tha Prachan to Pak Klong Talat - a pet
project of Bangkok Governor Samak Sundaravej...
The fourth project involves the beautification of Bang Khun Thien
beach through the construction of wooden walkways, in the hopes
of boosting eco-tourism.
The fifth project will turn the old Arun Amarit Road into a pedestrian
walkway with colored cement, trees and electric lights.
However, the most ambitious project involves the redevelopment
of the Sampeng area, known as the capital's Chinatown, said the
official. He added that pavements will be given a new look to
allow shoppers to make their purchases in the areas' warren of
alleyways more easily, while the area will also get new lighting
and tap water pipes. It is hoped that the Sampeng redevelopment
project will see the complete modernization of the Rattanakosin-era
area.
Redevelopment for Chinatown
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