THE GRAND PALACE - Amazing Thailand Part II
If there is one must-see sight in Bangkok, that would be the dazzling, spectacular Grand Palace, undoubtedly the city's most famous landmark.
My tourguide "Ms. Vee" was already explaining to me about the Grand Palace while we are still at our service van.
The moment we arrived at the Grand Palace, I was really amazed and overwhelemed to see crowds from different part of the world. Though I've seen mostly Asian like Indian, Malaysian, Japanese and Korean. But there were also Americans and Europeans who were part of different tour groups.
I really felt the spirit of being a tourist. People from different part of the world were there. I was smiling seeing those tourguides shouting and trying keep everyone on their group close as possible, reminding them at the same time to always look for the group’s banner. Tourguides are bringing their flags as their lead and tourist must follow. Some are also busy guiding their group and explaining about the place. You will hear different languages. You can hear Spanish, Japanese, Chinese tourguides.(Amazing) Though my tourguide talk to me in English, I was really smiling listening to her, the way she speak English. I feel like twisting my tongue. Hahaha! But that was sweet and really cute!!!
We headed immediately to the main entrance at the Phimanchaisri Gate. Good thing I already have my ticket prepared.
And time to make a click. Picture!!! Picture!!!
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| With My tour guide "Ms. Vee" |
I really felt the spirit of being a tourist. People from different part of the world were there. I was smiling seeing those tourguides shouting and trying keep everyone on their group close as possible, reminding them at the same time to always look for the group’s banner. Tourguides are bringing their flags as their lead and tourist must follow. Some are also busy guiding their group and explaining about the place. You will hear different languages. You can hear Spanish, Japanese, Chinese tourguides.(Amazing) Though my tourguide talk to me in English, I was really smiling listening to her, the way she speak English. I feel like twisting my tongue. Hahaha! But that was sweet and really cute!!!
We headed immediately to the main entrance at the Phimanchaisri Gate. Good thing I already have my ticket prepared.
And time to make a click. Picture!!! Picture!!!
The palace complex, like the rest of Ratanakosin Island, is laid very similar to the palaces of Ayutthaya, the glorious former capital of Siam which was raided by the Burmese.
The Outer Court, near the entrance, used to house government departments in which the King was directly involved, such as civil administration, the army and the treasury.
The Temple of the Emerald Buddha is located in one corner of this outer court. The Central Court is where the residence of the King and halls used for conducting state business were located. Only two of the throne halls are open to the public, but you'll be able to marvel at the exquisite detail on the facades of these impressive structures.
The Inner Court is where the King's royal consorts and daughters lived. The Inner Court was like a small city entirely populated by women and boys under the age of puberty. Even though no royalty currently reside in the inner court, it is still completely closed off to the public. Despite the proximity of the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, there's a distinct contrast in style between the very Thai Temple of the Emerald Buddha and the more European inspired design of the Grand Palace (the roof being the main exception). Other highlights are Boromabiman Hall and Amarinda Hall, the original residence of King Rama I and the Hall of Justice.
The Inner Court is where the King's royal consorts and daughters lived. The Inner Court was like a small city entirely populated by women and boys under the age of puberty. Even though no royalty currently reside in the inner court, it is still completely closed off to the public. Despite the proximity of the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, there's a distinct contrast in style between the very Thai Temple of the Emerald Buddha and the more European inspired design of the Grand Palace (the roof being the main exception). Other highlights are Boromabiman Hall and Amarinda Hall, the original residence of King Rama I and the Hall of Justice.
Royal Reception Halls
Nowadays its impressive interior is used for important ceremonial occasions like coronations. It also contains the antique throne, used before the Western style one presently in use. Visitors are allowed inside the spacious European style reception room or Grand Palace Hall (Chakri Maha Prasat). Then there's the impressive Dusit Hall, rated as perhaps the finest architectural building in this style, and a museum that has information on the restoration of the Grand Palace, scale models and numerous Buddha images.
The gate of Phra Thinang Boromphiman - this is not open to the public for this is where the Royal Family lives.
I had an incredible time visiting the Grand Palace in Bangkok.I was really amaze from intricate hand-made artworks to shimmering varieties of golden temples. It clearly shows how the people of Thailand are exceptionally artistic and creative.
WHAT'S NEXT???
WHAT'S NEXT???
A strict dress code applies. The Grand Palace with The Temple of the Emerald Buddha is Thailand's most sacred site. Visitors must be properly dressed before being allowed entry to the temple. Men must wear long pants and shirts with sleeves (no tank tops. If you're wearing sandals or flip-flops you must wear socks (in other words, no bare feet.) Women must be similarly modestly dressed. No see-through clothes, bare shoulders, etc. If you show up at the front gate improperly dressed, there is a booth near the entrance that can provide clothes to cover you up properly (a deposit is required).
The Grand Palace
Opening Hours: Daily 08:30 - 15:30
Location: Na Phra Lan Road, Old City (Rattanakosin)
Price Range: Tickets sold from 8:30 - 15:30 and cost 400 baht! One ticket includes entry to Vimanmek Palace and Abhisek Dusit Throne Hall.
Location: Na Phra Lan Road, Old City (Rattanakosin)
Price Range: Tickets sold from 8:30 - 15:30 and cost 400 baht! One ticket includes entry to Vimanmek Palace and Abhisek Dusit Throne Hall.
Wat Phra Kaew
Opening Hours: 8.30 am to 3.30 pm
Location: Na Phralan, Phra Nakorn (inside Grand Palace complex), Old City (Rattanakosin)
Dress Code: no short pants or short skirts, not sleeveless tshirts. Sarong are for rent at the entrance but better dress appropriately to avoid the queue.
Price Range: 400 Baht!
Location: Na Phralan, Phra Nakorn (inside Grand Palace complex), Old City (Rattanakosin)
Dress Code: no short pants or short skirts, not sleeveless tshirts. Sarong are for rent at the entrance but better dress appropriately to avoid the queue.
Price Range: 400 Baht!
Source: bangkok.com
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