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    SIGHTS AND MUSEUMS

    Mar 25, 2021 4 minutes

    NATIONAL MUSEUM

    BANGKOK

    Aside from modernising what was then known as Siam, King Rama V was keen to showcase the historical artefacts that had been collected by his father, King Mongkut. To do so he turned the residence of the vice king – the Front Palace, completed in 1785 – into a museum, packing three halls to the brim with antiquities. Since it opened in 1874, it has expanded greatly, with exhibits now spread over 12 themed rooms. Four more are set to open.

    The items have also been recently reorganised to ensure they are better presented. As such, you’re able to get

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