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Wimanmek Teak Royal Mansion Museum


     Wiman Mek Palace, the Palace in the Clouds, a three-story mansion originally built in 1868 as a summer house on the island of Kho Si Chang, It was moved to Dusit Hall in 1901 and, quite understandably, soon became King Rama V’s favorite place, being used as the royal residence between 1902 and 1906.
     With its European style, Wiman Mek palace is built according to Thai tradition, using golden teak wood and not a single nail. Teak wood contains a special oil which makes it resistant to heat and heavy rain, and which also acts as an insect repellent.



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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