The Grand Palace
Castle · Rattana Kosin ·
Former royal residence showcasing intricate Thai architecture and gilded details
Former royal residence showcasing intricate Thai architecture and gilded details
"Sited on land designated in 1782 when the capital moved to Bangkok, the Grand Palace is a sprawling complex of royal throne and ceremonial halls anchored by the sacred Temple of the Emerald Buddha; it’s a must-see for architecture and history lovers, and the ticket also grants access to the often-overlooked Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles, where you can learn about royal gowns and silk production before cooling off in strong air conditioning and browsing a well-stocked gift shop." - Katie Lockhart, Diana Hubbell
"Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand, is known for its vibrant street life and cultural landmarks, including ornate shrines and bustling riverside life. The city rings in the New Year with colorful fireworks over the river and cityscape." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeare
"Grand Palace is a family-owned spot, and is one of our go-to’s for Cantonese food in Chinatown. And right now they’re e offering some new dishes only for the Lunar New Year, like mushroom bean curd, sea cucumber, and the shrimp in a salted duck egg yolk sauce. It’s all available for carryout, delivery and indoor dining." - adrian kane
"Thailand's capital known for its vibrant street life and cultural landmarks."
"Being taken over by Hossain from a family friend who is retiring and moving back to Thailand, Yukol Palace's lease provides the physical location for Phat Thai's first permanent restaurant." - Paolo Bicchieri