(The pier leading you to the Grand Palace)
The Grand Palace
When King Rama I, came to the throne in 1782, he chose a plot of land on the east bank of the Chao Phraya to found the new capital. The original occupants were relocated to a new settlement located around the canals of Wat Sam Preum and Wat Sam Pheng. Following the traditional plan of the Ayutthaya Royal Palace, the Bangkok Grand Palace was built to face north on the bank with the Chao Phraya River running on the left. The palace was a wooden structure except for the concrete Ordination Hall of the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Other concrete fortresses and throne halls were later built in the reign of King Rama III.
Wat Phra Kaeo
Wat Phra Kaeo; known officially as Wat Phra Sri Rattanasatsadaram or the temple of the Emerald Buddha, Adjoins the Grand Palace on the common ground, which was consecrated in 1782, two years after King Rama I, had ascendant the throne. The 945,000 square-metre compound encompasses over 100 buildings that represent 200 years of royal history and architectural experimentation. Most of the architecture can be classified as Bangkok Rattankosin style.
To get there: Exit Chao Phraya Tourist Boat at the Mahraj Pier and walk straight ahead about 75 m. to Maharaj Road turn right walk straight about 200 m. to reach the walk corner of the palace turn left about 200 m. to the entrance of the Grand Palace grounds on your right. Open daily 8:30 a.m. -3:30 p.m. Entrance may be restricted on certain ceremonial occasions. Dress code enforced. Especial Free importance information service at this pier before straight to the Royal Grand Palace
Anantasamakom Throne Hall Palace
Located in the area of Rattanakosin island. His majesty King Rama V, had this throne hall built on the grounds of the Dusit Palace in 1907. the throne hall is resplendent with Carrera marble from Italy, embellished with a rich Renaissance décor. The famous Italian artist, Galileo Chini paint its. The throne hall is a National treasure and serves as avenue for the kingdom’s Royal and governmenetal pageantry. Just open for public with the queen masterpieces exhibition from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Do not miss this exquisite, and should have a professional guide to get inside. (Entrance tickets according to the tourist attended THE GRAND PALACE)
To get there: please contact Chao Phraya Tourist Boat at MAHARAJ PIER.
