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Windows
I love photographing windows and doors and the windows in the Grand Palace complex are absolutely gorgeous. These windows are around the Royal Pantheon if I remember correctly.
Address: Maharaj Pier, Chao Phraya, Bangkok
Phone: 02-224-1833
Website: http://www.discoverthailand.com/
Kinaree
These half human, half bird, male and female figures, Kinaree, can be found in the upper terrace outside the Royal Pantheon.
These mythical beings are often depicted with musical instruments that they use to spread goodness in the world.
Address: Maharaj Pier, Chao Phraya, Bangkok
Phone: 02-224-1833
Website: http://www.discoverthailand.com/
Thailand has history. I knew that. But Thailand has even more...it has pre-history!
The Ban Chiang culture dates back to about 5600 years ago. The collection in this museum includes pottery, jewelry, bronze objects and some remains.
Now, is Thailand amazing or what?
Address: 352-354 Sri Ayudhya Road ,Rajathevi , Bangkok
Phone: 02-2461775-6,02-2472079
Website: http://www.suanpakkad.com
Lacquer Pavillion
A pond, manicured lawns, and shady trees surround the Lacquer Pavillion and the other Thai houses in the museum...a haven in sizzling Bangkok.
Address: 352-354 Sri Ayudhya Road ,Phyathai , Bangkok
Phone: 02-2461775-6,02-2472079
Website: http://www.suanpakkad.com
Lacquer Pavillion
The centerpiece of the Suan Pakkad Palace Museum has got to be the Lacquer Pavillion. Although everything you find in the complex is interesting, the Lacquer Pavillion is truly a treasure.
Built around the 17th or 18th century, this Thai building was transferred from Ayutthaya to Bangkok after permission was granted to Prince Chumbot by the abbot of the Ban Kling Temple. He gave this as a gift for Princess Chumbot's 50th birthday.
In the picture is a portion of the inner wall that's painted in gold and black lacquer. The outer walls are carved wood.
Address: 352-354 Sri Ayudhya Road , Rajathevi , Bangkok
Phone: 02-2461775-6,02-2472079
Website: http://www.suanpakkad.com
Chapel and Dining Room, Suan Pakkad
Behind the wall in the far end is a private chapel. On special occasions, this hall is turned into a dining room. Interesting to note that whatever is under that red carpet can be turned into a dining table. How that's done, I didn't hear too clearly when the guide explained.
Note: There is a different guide for every house. Because they don't get as many tourists visiting the museum, the guides let you take your time and answer all your questions about the collections.
Address: 352-354 Sri Ayudhya Road ,Rajathevi , Bangkok
Phone: 02-2461775-6,02-2472079
Website: http://www.suanpakkad.com
3 Buddhas
On the second floor of House 1, these 3 buddhas sit side by side in a glass cabinet. Each Buddha is different...the first one is Thai, the second is Indian, and the last is Burmese.
Beside these but not shown in the photo are two Chinese porcelain vases from the Ming Dynasty in a gorgeous, fiery orange.
There are several stone sculptures of Khmer art in the next room which were found by the princess near the Cambodian border.
I cannot express enough how interesting her collection is. I'm not one who loves museum artifacts but all the pieces in Suan Pakkad shows how rich Thai culture is.
Address: 352-354 Sri Ayudhya Road ,Rajathevi,Bangkok
Phone: 02-2461775-6,02-2472079
Website: http://www.suanpakkad.com
Music Room
On the ground floor of House 1 is the music room where a collection of Thai musical instruments are kept. This display of drums, xylophones, thai fiddles and gongs belonged to the late Prince Paribatra, the 33rd son of His Majesty King Chulalongkorn (Rama V).
Address: 352-354 Sri Ayudhya Road , Rajathevi, Bangkok
Phone: 02-2461775-6,02-2472079
Website: http://www.suanpakkad.com
Suan Pakkad gets its name from the cabbage garden that this area was before these houses were constructed. This museum, housed in 4 groups of traditional Thai buildings, is one that's often overlooked by visitors to Bangkok but one that I would highly recommend if you're interested in Thai culture and architecture.
You can go on your own but we went on a tour that combined Suan Pakkad and The Jim Thompson House.
Museum hours are from 9am to 4pm.
Address: 352-354 Sri Ayudhya Road , Rajathevi, Bangkok
Phone: 02-2461775-6,02-2472079
Website: http://www.suanpakkad.com
Note the house behind us that's elevated a full story so as to avoid flooding when the Chao Phraya river overflows during the rainy season.
They serve yummy ice cream at the coffee shop. Try the durian ice cream even if you don't like the smell of the fruit. Its creamy taste might entice you to eat the fruit.
Address: Rama I Road, Pathumwan District, Bangkok
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