Bang Kachao

Bang Kachao as captured by the Landsat 8 satellite

Bang Kachao (Thai: บางกะเจ้า, Thai pronunciation: [bāːŋ kàʔ.tɕâw])[a] is an artificial island formed by a bend in the Chao Phraya River and a canal at its western end. It lies south of the Thai capital Bangkok in Phra Pradaeng District of Samut Prakan Province. The island, covering 16 square kilometres (6.2 sq mi) or 12,000 rai (1,920 hectares) has been traditionally agricultural with only a relatively small population.[1] It is sometimes referred to as the "green lung" of Bangkok".[2] In 2006, Bang Kachao was named "best urban oasis" by Time in its "Best of Asia" series[3] and is frequented by nature lovers and cyclists.[4]


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  1. ^ Stamboulis, Dave. "10Best Itinerary: Discover Bang Krachao, the Lungs of Bangkok". 10Best. Retrieved 2016-04-30.
  2. ^ Easey, Reuben (4 March 2017). "The battle to save Bangkok's 'Green Lung'". The Nation. Agence France-Presse. Retrieved 5 March 2017.
  3. ^ Marshall, Andrew (15 May 2006). "Best of Asia: Best Urban Oasis". Time. Retrieved 5 March 2017.
  4. ^ Bouchet, Ceil Miller (2013-06-14). "Escaping to 'Bangkok's Green Lung'". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2016-04-30.