[20/11/2007] The Grand Palace is "Thailand's most revered spot and one of its most visited". This attraction was built by King Rama "in 1782, when he moved the capital across the river from Thonburi". The author explains that the "palace and adjoining structures" have grown "more opulent as subsequent monarchs added their own touches".
Visitors to this attraction can walk through the grounds but the buildings are not open as they are "used only for state occasions and royal ceremonies". The Chakri Maha Prasat Palace which is "considered the official residence of the king" is open "on rare occasions".
The Dusit Maha Prasat is described as "a classic example of palace architecture" and inside there is the "Amarin Vinichai Hall" which is "the original audience hall" which is now used "for the presentation of ambassadors' credentials".
In the east side of the grounds there is "the City Pillar Shrine" which contains "the foundation stone" and it is from here that "all distances in Thailand are measured".
The article concludes by informing us that proper attire is required which means "no flip-flops, no shorts, shoulders and midriffs must be covered." However, "they loan unflattering but more demure shirts and shoes at the entrance" if you arrive in unsuitable clothing.
This review is an interpretation of the above mentioned author
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