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Explore Bangkok's Grand Palace
Explore Bangkok, Thailand's Grand Palace complex to see its magnificent architectural masterpiece and historical importance as the official residence for Kings from Siam (later Thailand) since 1782.
Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Discover the stunning Temple of the Emerald Buddha, home of its revered Emerald Buddha statue adorned with three seasonal costumes.
Arts and Culture
Immerse yourself in Thailand's rich artistic legacy at Arts of the Kingdom Museum featuring artwork created from farming community communities. Explore textiles at the Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles, boasting an extraordinary collection. Witness Royal Khon Performance at Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theatre; its classical Thai dance spectacle will transport you back in time! It preserves this high art form for future generations to enjoy!
Grand Palace Complex
The Grand Palace (officially Phra Borom Maha Ratcha Wang), is an enormous rectangular complex covering 218,400 square meters on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. Construction started under King Phutthayotfa Chulalok (Rama I). Its eclectic architecture reveals over two centuries of additions and modifications enacted by successive kings.
Palace Quarters
Explore its various quarters - Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Outer Court with royal offices, Middle Court with impressive throne halls and Inner Court (formerly King s Harem) before arriving at peaceful Siwalai Gardens. The Outer Court houses royal offices and the Bureau of Royal Household. Meanwhile, in the Middle Court are some of the most prominent state apartments and throne halls - divided among three groups: Phra Maha Monthien group for residential quarters; Phra Thinang Chakri Maha Prasat group (a blend of Thai and European styles), and finally, the Phra Maha Prasat Group with some of its oldest structures. Inner Court was originally reserved for use by king's harem; today its twelve gates and seventeen fortifications stand testament to this palace s history.
Museum of the Emerald Buddha Temple
At the Museum of the Emerald Buddha Temple, located within a former royal mint, you'll discover many artifacts, Buddha images and items related to palace life spanning several millennia.
Siwalai Garden
Siwalai Garden features royal residences and religious structures from across Thai history, such as the Neo Renaissance-inspired Phra Thinang Boromphiman palace; Phra Thinang Mahisorn Prasat Pavilion, Phra Thinang Siwalai Maha Prasat with metal statues depicting previous monarchs, Phra Thinang Sitalaphirom (with metal statues depicting previous monarchs), Phra Buddha Rattanasathan religious building as well as Phra Thinang Siwalai Maha Prasat featuring metal statues depicting previous monarchs).
Visit the Grand Palace
At present, part of Bangkok Grand Palace is partially open as museum whilst still functioning royal offices so don't miss seeing this incredible destination when in Bangkok! Experience grandeur, history and cultural significance at once of Thailand's Grand Palace! A must visit!
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