Paul Kirby
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My wife calls me a Thai history nerd and it’s a title I wear with pride. I have visited many temples and museums over the last couple of decades however, somehow, this one has never popped up on my Rattanakosin-centric focus. For me the centerpiece of the exhibit was the Lacquer Pavilion that is a fine example of art and architecture from an earlier age. That said, I was unprepared for the sheer volume and quality of works of art contained in the various traditional Thai houses surrounding the garden. My 4 and 8 year old kids were enthralled by the musical instrument exhibit, as well as, the small but comprehensive selection of historical weapons. For the 2 hours we were visiting, I don’t think we saw any other patrons and I gather we were lucky enough to visit on an off-peak day. This place is an absolute must see for anyone visiting Bangkok who has even a passing interest in the art, culture, history, or society of Thailand.