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Nong Khaem District has a unique name. It's widely believed to have originated from the Thai words nong, which means "wetland" and khaem which means "reed plant". It gained status of Amphoe Nong Khaem officially in year 1902. After the Bangkok's 1972 administrative reform, it became a khet.
The modern day Nong Khaem is perhaps most famous for its large-scale plantings of canna in the centre median strip of Phet Kasem Road. The flowers could be seen along the entire 5 kilometres of roadway. Cannas were planted in 1977 and today, it has emerged as a signature landmark for Nong Khaem.
FAQ:
1. How did Nong Khaem District got its name?
- Nong Khaem comes from the Thai words of nong and khaem which means "wetland" and "reed plant" respectively.
2. Which year did Nong Khaem gained its Amphoe status?
- It became Amphoe in year 1902.
3. What is Nong Khaem most famous for?
- Nong Khaem is most famous for its signature rows of canna flowers along its 5km long roadway.
