Rivers of Thailand

Canal

Khlong Bangkok Yai

คลองบางกอกใหญ่

Originally the old course of the Chao Phraya River, before the Bangkok shortcut canal was dug. Today it is a main canal on the Thonburi side.

Map of Khlong Bangkok YaiBangkok
The dark line is this canal; light green lines are other canals nearby.

Key facts

Length on the map
about 6.4 km
Runs through
Phasi Charoen District, Bangkok province

Frequently asked questions

How long is Khlong Bangkok Yai?
Khlong Bangkok Yai is about 6.4 km long, measured along the canal on this map.
Where is Khlong Bangkok Yai?
Khlong Bangkok Yai is in Phasi Charoen District, Bangkok province.
What is the Khlong Bangkok Yai called in Thai?
In Thai the Khlong Bangkok Yai is คลองบางกอกใหญ่.

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