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protesters resulted in the deaths of about 90 civilians and soldiers. Buildings in the area were set on fire as the military moved into the intersection area; this resulted in the partial destruction of Bangkok's largest shopping mall, the
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complex. Some Red Shirt protesters were accused of setting the fire and tried for arson but were acquitted. As of June 2012, reconstruction at the Ratchaprasong intersection is complete.
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protesters occupied a large area around Ratchaprasong intersection in civil disobedience aimed at reinstalling the government under
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After weeks of failed negotiations, the Thai army moved in to clear the Ratchaprasong intersection on 19 May 2010. The
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Intercontinental Bangkok – Has connecting bridge to Gaysorn through its President Tower shopping arcade.
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Sawasdee Langsuan Inn (Chit Lom–Sukhumwit) 93/4 Soi Lang Suan 5, Phloen Chit Road, Bangkok.
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Ratchadamri – Has shops, fitness centre, and 10-screen EGV Metropolis cineplex.
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at the Ratchaprasong intersection killing twenty people and injuring 125.
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In 2010, the Ratchaprasong intersection was one of the main sites of the
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Eight other shrines are located in the area as well: Phra Mae Laksami (
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pillars. During the period, it is the brightest lit area of Bangkok.
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Roads. The area is home to many shopping malls and hotels.
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city buses – more than 20 bus lines pass through the area.
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Intersection and shopping district in Bangkok, Thailand
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