Samphanthawong Museum

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Samphanthawong Museum, also known as the Bangkok Local Museum, Samphanthawong, is a museum in Samphanthawong District, Bangkok, Thailand. The museum focuses on the history of early Chinese immigrants in the Samphanthawong district. [1] Exhibits are presented in both Thai and English, with accompanying visuals. [2]

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References

  1. "Bangkok Local Museum, Samphanthawong". www.tourismthailand.org. Retrieved 2024-01-01.
  2. "Samphanthawong Museum, Bangkok - Holidayen". www.holidayen.com. Retrieved 2024-01-01.

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