Grand Palace

Situated on the bank of Chao Phraya River, Grand Palace is a complex of buildings with a combined area of 218,400 sq m, surrounded by four walls, at the heart of Bangkok in Thailand. It is the place where royal ceremonies and state functions are held every year.

Built as residents of the royal families in 1782, Grand Palace is made up of numerous buildings, halls, pavilions set around open lawns, gardens and courtyards. It is divided into several regions: Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of Emerald Buddha); Outer Court, with many public buildings; Middle Court, including the Phra Maha Monthian Buildings, the Phra Maha Prasat Buildings and the Chakri Maha Prasat Buildings; Inner Court and Siwalai Gardens. 

Grand Palace is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Thailand. It is partially opened to the public as a museum, but it remains a working palace, with several royal offices still situated inside.