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The National Museum and Gallery


     The National Museum is the largest museum in Southeast Asia and an excellent place to learn something about Thai art. The Museum, founded in 1874 by King Rama V, is housed in the Palace of Wang Na, originally home to the second King and part of the Grand Palace. The visit starts with a useful introduction to Thai history. Note the black-stone inscription from Sukhothai, the oldest-known record of the Thai alphabet. The National Art Gallery Located opposite the National Theatre, Chao Fa Road, Krung Thon Bridge, Bangkok, the National Art Gallery exhibits works produced by Thai and some foreign artists.



More Interesting Attraction Sites
The Grand Palace | Bowonniwet Temple | The National Museum and Gallery | The National Theater | The Giant Swing | Wimanmek Teak Royal Mansion Museum | Lohaprasart | The Emerald Buddha Temple | The Marble Temple | The Golden Buddha Temple | The Golden Mount | The Parliament | The Old Prison House | The Democracy Monument
Near-by spots for joy walking and shopping
Mae Phra Thorani (Goddess of the Earth) | Phra Sumeru Fortress | Flea Market (Antique) | The Old China Town | Exotic Flower Market | Banglumpoo Shopping District

 
     
     
 

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