Wang Mai Subdistrict, Bangkok
Wang Mai is one of the four khwaengs of Pathum Wan District, Bangkok.History
The name of this sub-district, "Wang Mai", means "new palace", which refers to Windsor Palace, the royal residence of the Crown Prince Vajirunhis. This crown prince was the eldest son of King Chulalongkorn and the first Crown Prince of Siam. The prince's palace was situated in this sub-district and was regarded as one of the most beautiful and magnificent palaces in the region. Ironically, the prince met his demise in 1894 and never came to live here. Later on, the palace became a part of Chulalongkorn University.
Ultimately, the palace was demolished by the cabinet order after the revolution in 1932 to create a Supachalasai Stadium, which stands to the present day.
It was once the location of the Pathum Wan District Office.Geography
Wang Mai has a total area of 1.423 km2, regarded as a commercial centre and shopping district with downtown Bangkok.
Neighbouring subdistricts are : Thanon Phetchaburi of Ratchathewi District, Pathum Wan in its district, Maha Phruttharam of Bang Rak District, and Rong Mueang in its district.Places
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