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What is today known as Bangkok had its origins as a rather insignificant trade post town along the banks of the Chao Phraya River. This was during the Ayutthaya reign. Following the burning of Ayutthaya's capital, King Taksin moved the capital of Siam to what was called Thonburi. It was only in 1782 that Rama I moved the capital to the East of the river and called it Krung Thep Mahanakhon. This however remained the city's ceremonial name and Bangkok was what it was commonly called both nationally as well as internationally. It is believed that the name originated from the words Bang' meaning on the banks of and Koh Koh' meaning island.
The name itself denotes the geographical lay out of the city. It is no surprise that with the many rivers, streams and canals that branch out, in and around the city, that Bangkok is known as Asia's very own Venice'.
What cemented Bangkok's highly acclaimed position in the world was possibly its strategic location in Indochina as well as South East Asia. This in turn helped Bangkok to be the stepping stone for the European countries seeking to establish relations with Asia.
Many years, advance technologies, and business booms later, Bangkok has become an important political, economic, business, and entertainment hub. In fact in recent years Bangkok has come second only to Singapore in being South Asia's most expensive city.
Its attraction lies in many diverse paths. With its improved and far sighted infrastructure capabilities, Bangkok offers the perfect business opportunities. The countless number of culturally significant attractions as well as the booming entertainment and shopping industries certainly add colour, spice and wealth to the heavenly concoction that is Bangkok.
If visitors seek to soak in all that the city of the deity' has to offer and are looking for hotel accommodation Bangkok, then a Bangkok service apartment from the President Park Bangkok is ideal. With its luxury facilities and top quality service record, together with its convenient location makes it a perfect choice for every kind of traveller.
