The Grand Palace is open from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily, but if there are special events (royal and state events still occur here), the palace buildings will close to the public.

Explore the breathtaking Grand Palace in Bangkok, a historic and cultural gem of Thailand you don’t want to miss. From intricate architecture to rich royal history, here’s why it’s a must-visit.

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Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn waves as he arrives with Queen Suthida at the Grand Palace for his coronation in Bangkok. (JEWEL SAMAD / AFP/Getty Images) 4 / 11 ...

The palace is made up of several key parts including the Dusit Maha Prasat Hall, which is used for significant ceremonies such as coronations, and the museum housing royal artefacts and historical ...

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The latter’s quintessence, embodied to this day in the sumptuous monumentality of the Grand Palace, mesmerises millions of visitors annually. Nevertheless, those momentous 15 years between the ...