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Bangkok Post
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Don't ignore our heritage

The ongoing construction of the Purple Line rail extension that comes at the cost of some almost-century-old shophouses in the Rattanakosin old quarters has caused a stir.

FOR ONLINE: A banner is strung on the wall of a building opposing construction of the Purple Line electric train route. Some residents fear the project would involve expropriation of land and damage their homes. (Photo by Poramet Tangsathaporn/Bangkok Post).
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