Nakhon Ratchasima, city in northeastern Thailand, capital of Nakhon Ratchasima Province, on the Mun River. Nakhon Ratchasima is located on the southern portion of the Khorat Plateau, and is the plateau's road, rail, and trade center. The city developed after the arrival of the Khorat (or Northeast) rail line in 1900 and now has railroad workshops, rice and sugar mills, and textile-weaving industries. It also trades in the products of the province, which include rice, livestock, corn, silk, tobacco, cotton, hides, and skins. The city is the site of a technical institute and a teacher-training center. Founded in the 17th century during the Ayutthaya era, the city was formerly called Khorat or Korat and is now also called Nakon Rajsima. Population (1990) 445,000.Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001
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