Vimanmek Mansion was built in 1900 under the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V). King Rama V moved from the Grand Palace and stayed at Vimanmek Mansion till 1906. The mansion was not uninhabited for long periods during the ensuing years. However, in 1982 it was renovated for use as a museum to commemorate King Rama V. Vimanmek Mansion is the world's largest golden teakwood mansion with an architectural style reflecting Western influence. It houses photographs, personal art and handicrafts of King Rama V area.
Abhisek Dusit Throne Hall (1903) is a one-storey building and served as a throne hall for the Dusit Palace. The wooden building is decorated with intricate floral designs.
The Dusit Palace garden grounds contain many more renovated buildings and various museums. The compound is large, and the environment makes for pleasurable walks.
Exhibits include : Photography by King Bhumibol (Rama IX), Ancient Clocks, Antique Textiles, Ban Chiang Pottery, Royal Paraphernalia.
Direction : Take BTS to Victory Monument. From there you take various buses to Vimanmek Mansion and Dusit Palace ground.
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Picture 1-2 : Suan Hong Residential Hall, exhibiting Royal Ceremonial Photography.
3. Vimanmek Mansion
Pictures 4-5 : Vimanmek Mansion. Guided tours in various languages are given about every half hour. Thai dancing is also featured both in the morning and afternoon.
6. Abhisek Dusit Throne Hall
Pictures 7-8 : Abhisek Dusit Throne Hall. Houses also a beautiful exhibion of Thai handicrafts.
Picture 9 : Royal Paraphernalia
Picture 10 : Anantasamakhom Throne Hall (old parliament), closeby Vimanmek Mansion, but not open to visitors.
Pictures 11-12 : Various European style statues are situated around Vimanmek mansion.
