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Seacon Bangkae
Seacon Bangkae

Seacon Bangkae is a shopping plaza and complex in Bangkok, Thailand. Originally, this department store was named Future Park Bang Khae, which is owned by Bangkok Commercial Asset Management Public Co., Ltd. On August 1, 2010, Seacon Bangkae Co., Ltd acquired this property, and renovation to the old building began in May 2011. Around 70 per cent of the renovation process was done to the old building. After that, it was publicly opened on September 15, 2012. The department is located on over 16 acres (6.5 ha) on Phet Kasem Road, Phasi Charoen. Wave-shaped modern contemporary design was the concept of Seacon Bangkae. Seacon Bangkae has five floors with 130,000 m2 (1,400,000 sq ft) with over 300 stores for retail. It also has three multi-purpose area for activities and events. The parking area can accommodate more than 4,000 cars. 31 August 2014

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Seacon Bangkae
Phet Kasem Road, Bangkok Phasi Charoen District

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Phet Kasem Road
10160 Bangkok, Phasi Charoen District
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