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KASRV Point of Interest: An elaborate network of canals known as khlongs gave

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Interest: An elaborate network of canals known as khlongs gave Bangkok the nickname "Venice of the East" at a time when most transportation was by boat.

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KASRV Point of Interest: An elaborate network of canals known as khlongs gave

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As recently as 1950, Bangkok had nearly 100 major, navigable khlongs , as canals here are known, which also served to divert floodwaters out to the sea.

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But before, many "khlongs" irrigation canals, vegetable gardens and fields absorbed the floods.

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While many khlongs still exist with people living along them and markets often being operated along the banks, most are severely polluted.

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While many khlongs still exist with people living along them and markets often being operated along the banks, most are severely polluted.

WN.com - Articles related to Cycling in Britain: five great waterways cycle routes 2010

While many khlongs still exist with people living along them and markets often being operated along the banks, most are severely polluted.

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Grab a few bargains at the Pratunam wholesale market, zip along the khlongs in a longtail or maybe sample some of Bangkok's exciting nightlife along Khao San Road.

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Enjoy traditional Malay hospitality in a jungle getaway, Hawker-hop in Penang, Snorkel in the sultry waters of Ko Samui, Take a longtail boat along Bangkok's khlongs

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