Under his directives, the Ministry of Public Works of Siam constructed many roads in that area.
In the following reign of his brother, King Prajadhipok, the three roads branching from the 22 July Circle were intentionally named to stress Siam's participation in WWI on the side of the Allied powers: "Maitri Chit" means friendship, "Mittraphan" was intended to signified the Allied powers, and "Santiphap" means peace.
[1] At the center of the roundabout is a fountain with a small public park for people to rest.
The surrounding area is home to many billboard or advertising board shophouses, including tire and car spare parts shops and many famous restaurants.
In addition, it was also a popular place to observe the total solar eclipse on 22 July 2009.