Bang Pa-In Royal Palace also known as the Summer Palace, is
a palace complex formerly used by the Thai kings. It is located A few miles
down the Maenam Chao Phraya from Ayutthaya. The site was initially used by the
royal court as a summer retreat in the 17th century, in accordance with a
chronicle of Ayutthaya, King Prasat Thong (1629-1656). However, the Palace was shattered
with the fall of Kingdom of Ayutthaya and was restored by King Rama IV in the
mid-19th century. Inside the Beautiful Bang Pa-In Royal Palace, there are many
interesting facilities include vast gardens and landscaping, Wehart Chamrunt
(Heavenly Light), a Chinese-style royal palace and throne hall. Currently the Bang
Pa-In palace is used infrequently by The Majesties King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Queen
Sirikit as a residence and for holding receptions and banquets. Therefore, the
palace remnants mainly open to visitors.
Open : Daily 08.00 - 17.00
Admission Fee : 100 Baht
Admission Fee : 100 Baht
