Vimanmek Mansion MuseumBuilt by King Rama V in 1901, the exquisite golden teakwood
mansion, also known as Vimanmek Palace, is located in the Dusit
Palace complex. It was restored in 1982 for Bangkok's bicentennial
and King Rama IX granted permission to transform Vimanmek Mansion
into a museum to commemorate King Rama V by displaying his
photographs, personal art and handicrafts, and to serve as a
showcase of the Thai national heritage. The informative hour-long
tour takes visitors through a series of apartments and rooms, a
staggering 81 in total, in what is said to be the largest teak
building in the world. It is now a major tourist attraction and a
definite must for anyone visiting the intriguing city of Bangkok.
Visitors to the Vimanmek Palace are required to dress modestly,
meaning men must wear long pants and women must wear skirts or
pants below the knee and have their shoulders covered. Sarongs are
available to hire if you need to cover up, but they occasionally
run out.
Address: 192 Ratchavitee Rd, Dusit Palace grounds
Telephone: (0)2 281 8166
Opening Time: Open daily 8:30am-4:30pm. Classical Thai dance, folk
dance, and martial art demonstrations given daily at 10:30am and
2pm.
Admission: THB 100 |
