Khlong Toei District
Khlong Toei (also Klong Toey, Thai: คลองเตย; ) is a district in central Bangkok, long known for its slum. It is bordered by the Chao Phraya River and contains major port facilities. It is also the name of a major market, though not touristic. The market is served by the Bangkok Metro station Khlong Toei on Rama IV Road.
Neighboring districts are (from the north clockwise) Watthana, Phra Khanong, across the Chao Phraya the district Phra Pradaeng of Samut Prakan, Yan Nawa, Sathon and Pathum Wan.
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