Phra Sumen fort - Bangkok, Thailand
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Torgut
N 13° 45.827 E 100° 29.753
47P E 661721 N 1522104
An octagonal fort built in late 18th Century by king Rama I located in a central part of Bangkok
Waymark Code: WMKGR1
Location: Thailand
Date Posted: 04/12/2014
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This fort was built (mostly bricks and plaster) in 1783 by king Rama I and it's currently one of the two remaining forts of the general plan to fortify the city.
The timing was perfect as in 1785 the Burmese attacked and sieged Bangkok, without success.
The fort has two levels of battlements where cannons were placed (originals still there) and a higher tower used as observation place.
The fort was renovated in 1981, by the Fine Arts Department, using old photos for an accurate final result.
It is registered as national monument since 1949.
The year the "Fort" was constructed or started.: 1783
Name of "Country" or "Nation" that constructed this "Fort": Thailand
Was this "Fort" involved in any armed conflicts?: Yes it was
What was the primary purpose of this "Historic Fort"?: Used for defence of a border or land claim.
Current condition: Excellent
This site is administered by ----: Unknown
If admission is charged -: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Open to the public?: Restricted or by appointment only.
Link to web-site that best describes this "Historic Fort": [Web Link]
Official or advertised web-page: Not listed
Link if this "Fort" is registered on your Countries/ State "Registry of Historical Sites or Buildi: Not listed
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