During my quick weekend to Thailand, I made it a point of getting up early and being among the first people in on a Sunday morning.....a heavy tourist visiting day to the G.P. It opens at 8:30....I was in line at 8:00.
The Grand Palace is a combination of sacred Buddhist Shrines and Temples and the Halls and offices of governmental Thailand when used by the Kings and Queens. It's all on one big area. Like Disneyland and California Adventure all in one spot. This complex was established in 1782, so its got some waters under the bridge, so to speak. There's nothing like it in Singapore, or Florida, so I found this a fantastic journey.....until all the crowds hit. Then it was a fantastic body pack.
Honestly, unless you are steeped in reverence and can enjoy the meditative and prayerful aspects, The Grand Palace complex, all 218,000 square meters of it, becomes a super visual experience with overwhelming structures and colors. You just plain need to walk around and take it all in as best you can. And try to kiss up to the Guards for a close photo. I felt secure here, considering two Thailand military guys also took the picture. This guard never moved.
Let me give you a quick tour............hit the button.
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