Palaces and Mansions in Bangkok
Bangkok Attractions
Architecturally inspiring and a fascinating insight into Thailand's rich culture, Bangkok's heritage is reflected in its palaces and mansions. Bangkok's number one attraction, the Grand Palace is breathtakingly exquisite. Shimmering in gold, alongside the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, it represents the best in Thai traditions. After that, don't forget to visit Vimanmek Mansion, the world's biggest wooden building made from golden teak - fascinating! Take a closer look at some of the capital's other cultural gems for an insight into this fascinating city.
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Other Palaces & Mansions in Bangkok
Chitraladarahotarn Palace
Closed to the public, this is His Majesty King Bhumibol and Queen Sirikit's official residence. Constructed by King Rama VI and formerly King Chulalongkorn's summer home, its one-square kilometre grounds include several artificial lakes and are bordered by Italian-designed walls and a prominent moat. At each corner is a fountain adorned with late Baroque figures drawn from mythology, evidence of the cultivated taste of Thailand's rulers.
Today it not only serves as live-in palace for the monarchy, but is also home to an agricultural research station founded by his HM the King to help solved the problems of Thai farmers around the country. Called The Royal Chitralada Projects, this non-profit institute includes experimental rice fields, a fish farm, dairy farm, fruit juice plant, beef-rearing unit, a candle factory and mushroom factory. Originally built for royal offspring, there is also the Chitralada School. Today, the children of staff and people not associated with the palace are admitted, from kindergarden through to 12th grade.
Location: Rama V Road, Dusit
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