Train station's opening in Bangkok ushers in new travel era

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BANGKOK, Jan 21 (AP): Thailand ushered in a new age of train travel on Thursday as South-East Asia’s biggest railway station officially began operations. The government says the huge, modern development on the edge of central Bangkok will bolster the country’s position as a regional hub and boost its economy.

It’s officially called Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal, a name bestowed by the king. But to most people it’s more likely to be known simply as Bang Sue Grand Station, after the part of Bangkok where it's located.