Situated in the heart of Bangkok, the Grand Palace is the former palace of royals from King Rama I to King Rama V, who ruled the Rattanakosin Kingdom. Today, the property is used to welcome the state’s guests, the king’s guests, and foreign dignitaries as well as a place where royal ceremonies are hosted. It is also the locale where the remains of kings and other prominent members of the royal family were located until their cremation. Visitors can tour the palace, which is sectioned off into two zones: The royal residence and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. The former is divided into three primary areas, the Inner Court, the Middle Court, and the Outer Court.
1 Maha Rat Road, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, 10200 Thailand, Phone: +66-0-26-23-55-00