Nong Khaem, Administrative district in western Bangkok, Thailand
Nong Khaem is an administrative district in western Bangkok covering around 35 square kilometers and bordering Thawi Watthana, Bang Khae, Bang Bon, and the provinces of Samut Sakhon and Nakhon Pathom. The area has several universities, a technical college, and an international hospital that serve the educational and healthcare needs of the region.
The district was established as Amphoe Nong Khaem in 1902 and underwent administrative restructuring in 1972 when it became a khet within the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration. These changes shaped the modern framework of the area.
The Khlong Phasi Charoen canal serves as the community's lifeline, with temples and local markets lining its banks where residents gather for daily activities. Water-based traditions shape how people in the area interact with their surroundings.
The district offers good accessibility with various services available, including medical and educational facilities for visitors and residents. Early mornings are the best time to explore the canals and markets when local activity is most active.
Long stretches of canna flowers have lined Phet Kasem Road since 1977, the district's main thoroughfare, with red and yellow blooms marking the landscape. These planted flowers create a recognizable feature that defines the corridor.
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