INTERESTING PLACES YOU CAN SEE

THE GRAND PALACE & TEMPLE OF THE EMERAL BUDDHA

The Grand Palace is at the heart of the Rattanakosin Island on which Old Bangkok stands. Thai magnificent complex of buildings was begun by King Rama I in 1782 following the pattern used during the Ayutthaya period. The Palace contains a number of halls, residences, pavilions and other buildings of historical significance. The temple of the Emerald Buddha adjoining the Grand Palace is a truly dazzling sight with its glittering spires and vivid statuary. The jade Emerald Buddha image stands on an altar 11 metres tall and is protected by a nine-tier umbrella. The Main Chapel is elaborately decorated with triple-tiered roof and with coloured tiles painted with delicate flowers and leaves

Open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Admission fee is 120 baht. Ptoper dress is essential.