CITY LIFE
Homeless seek out new haven
Vagrants adopt theatre as new sleeping place
- Published: 26/02/2011 at 03:07 AM
- Newspaper section: News
As Sanam Luang remains sealed off for renovation, many homeless people now see areas near Chalermkrung Theatre in Phra Nakhon district as their "home".
Vagrants rest in front of shophouses near Chalermkrung Theatre in Phra Nakhon district, which is now home to the city’s biggest population of rough-sleepers, most of whom moved from Sanam Luang when it closed for renovation last year. SAYANT PORNNANTHARAT
Footpaths in front of houses near the 78-year-old theatre have been turned into sleeping places for these people, many of whom have their favourite spots where they curl up beneath ragged blankets.
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- Writer: Supoj Wancharoen
- Position: Reporter
