Bang Kapi

Bang Kapi spans over 28 square kilometers and accommodates a population of 148,465 residents across two distinct sub-districts named Khlong Chan and Hua Mak.

The district's formation traces back to King Rama III's reign when Khlong Saen Saep canal was constructed through the area for military purposes during the Siamese-Vietnamese War.

The district features multiple educational centers including Ramkhamhaeng University, the National Institute of Development Administration, and numerous temples representing Thai Buddhist heritage.

The MRT Yellow Line and Khlong Saen Saeb boat services provide transportation options for residents connecting the district to central Bangkok and neighboring areas.

The district name combines 'Bang,' meaning waterfront settlement, with 'Kapi,' potentially referencing shrimp paste, monkeys, or Islamic caps from historical settlers.

Location: Bangkok

Website: http://bangkok.go.th/bangkapi

GPS coordinates: 13.76583,100.64778

Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:08