A central feature within Thailand’s very own Buckingham Palace of Dusit Palace is the Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall, a splendid example of neo-classical architecture that evokes the ceremonial grandeur of ages. Savour the opulence of a Bangkok luxury hotel to truly pamper your mind and sense during your excursion in the land of smiles and wonder. Consider the Metropolitan Bangkok whose elegant interiors and world-class service provides business and leisure visitors with a superb option of a luxury hotel in Bangkok. The Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall was ordered in 1907 by King Rama V, and saw its completion during the reign of King Rama VI. It exhibits the majestic sighs of neo-classical Renaissance architecture, especially represented in the central dome, which forms the impressive focus of the structure. It once housed the Thai parliament following the coup of 1932, but today, its opulent interiors are used instead as a splendid host of visiting dignitaries, council meetings, and various royal ceremonies. The Royal Throne sites directly under the central dome. Visitors will discover the exquisite interior walls graced by frescoes that capture the monarchs of the Chakri Dynasty, and the extensive upper hall features Baroque and Renaissance arts. Visitors will be treated to fantastic views of the palace from the plaza facing it, or from the gardens alongside it. Now a museum, the throne hall hosts permanent exhibits that showcase works of the nation’s artists as well as students of the Chitralada Vocational Centre. Visitors can also avail themselves of a series of guided tours at 30-minutes stretched from 9:30-3:30 every day, except Mondays. A strict dress code applies since this is a royal property, so no casual wear, and women are to wear long skirts. Sarongs are available to rent free of charge at the front.
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