Striking architectural wonders, exquisite designs and glimpses of a glorious past, Bangkok’s Grand Palace is a sight to behold. A visit to Thailand is not complete without a call at the famed Grand Palace in Bangkok, home to Thai royalty for 150 years. If you are still surveying options for your next holiday, Jetwing Holidays offers some interesting tour packages from Sri Lanka to Thailand worth checking out.
Built in 1782, the grand building is a harmonious blend of European inspired and Thai architecture. Walking around the length and the breadth of the Grand Palace can be an awe-inspiring experience as you traverse through the Outer and the Inner Court and gaze at the beautiful Temple of the Emerald Buddha.
Two demon kings guard the entrance to the Grand Palace in all their exaggerated ferocity. Once you enter the hall, you will be able to feast your eyes on the murals depicting the famed ‘Ramekein’ or Ramayanya. Miniature glass mosaics adorn the ‘Phra Mondhop’ with its silver floor tiles where the sacred scriptures (Tripitaka) is placed on a black lacquered bookcase set with mother-of-pearl.
If you yearn to catch a glimpse of the palace’s royal past, the ‘Pantheon’ houses life-sized statues of the first eight kings of the Chakri dynasty. The ‘Boromabiman Hall’, the four Indian divinities Indra, Yahuma, Varuna and Agni preside above inscriptions of royal virtues such as liberality, clemency, freedom from anger, patience, etc. ‘Amarindra Vinichai’ used to be the throne room where King Rama the first commanded reverence from his brethren. Even today, Thai royalty uses this space to host anniversary celebrations for heads of state and coronations. When heading to the Thai capital, make sure to visit this enchanting attraction which offers insights into the country’s rich heritage.
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