Since Ayutthaya had been completely devastated, King Taksin chose to establish the new capital at Thonburi.
Although being a small town, Thonburi was strategically situated near the mouth of the Chao Phraya river that is a good defensive site in case of Burmese invasion
It is also suitable for being a seaport where the Thai can make a profit once again in maritime trade.
Since Ayutthaya had been completely devastated, King Taksin chose to establish the new capital at Thonburi.
Although being a small town, Thonburi was strategically situated near the mouth of the Chao Phraya river that is a good defensive site in case of Burmese invasion
It is also suitable for being a seaport where the Thai can make a profit once again in maritime trade.