Sala Chaloem Thai, Movie theater in Bowon Niwet, Thailand.
Located at the corner of Ratchadamnoen Avenue and Mahachai Road, the red building featured a post-modern design that complemented neighboring structures.
The theater opened its doors on February 10, 1949, during Field Marshal Plaek Phibunsongkhram's era as an additional national theater alongside Sala Chalermkrung.
The venue presented numerous Thai and international films throughout its operation, contributing to the development of cinema culture in post-war Thailand.
The building contained modern projection equipment and seating arrangements, which were later transferred to the National Film Archive after its closure.
The theater ceased operations in March 1989 when authorities determined it blocked views of Wat Ratchanadda and Loha Prasat temples.
Location: Bowon Niwet
Inception: 1949
Official opening: February 10, 1949
GPS coordinates: 13.75568,100.50469
Latest update: March 15, 2025 20:51
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