Originally built in the inner court of the Grand Palace on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, Phra Tamnak Daeng, or Red House, was once the residence of Sri Sudarak, King Rama I's elder sister. Following Queen Sri Suriyendra's request, this wooden house was relocated to Wangderm Palace in Thon Buri where she later spent the rest of her life with her son King Pinklao.
Standing alongside Wat Mahathat Yuwaratrangsarit and Sanam Luang, the historical Thaworawatthu Building was ordered to be built during the reign of King Rama V to serve as a supplementary edifice for HRH Prince Maha Vajirunhis' royal cremation ritual.
A stroll down history lane
A stroll down history lane
A trip to the Bangkok National Museum is a great way to get some recreational activity in and learn about the country s prized lintel artefacts and ancient kingdoms
published : 15 Jul 2021 at 04:00 A collection of Sukhothai-style bronze statues of Hindu deities. (Photos: Pornprom Satrabhaya)
Bangkok is once again under strict disease control measures and residents continue to work from home to curb virus transmissions. Although restaurants, supermarkets, public parks and convenience stores are required to close at 8pm, families still have some recreational options available on the weekend.
One of them is the Bangkok National Museum, which is offering a series of new exhibitions. After being smuggled out of Thailand around five decades ago, a pair of ancient lintels have finally found their way back home and are on view at the Issaravinitchai Royal Hall until Sept 30.