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Phra Nakhon Khiri Historical Park
This national historical park sits regally atop Khao Wang (Palace Hill), surveying the city
with subdued opulence. Rama IV (King Mongkut) built the palace and surrounding
temples in 1859 to be used as a retreat from Bangkok. The hilltop location allowed the
king to pursue his interest in astronomy and stargazing.
The palace was built in a mix of European and Chinese styles and each breezy hall is
furnished with royal belongings. Cobblestone paths lead from the palace through the for-
ested hill to three summits, each topped by a chedi. The white spire of
Phra That Chom
Phet
skewers the sky and can be spotted from the city below.
There are two entrances to the site. The front entrance is across from Th Ratwithi and
involves a strenuous walk along a footpath that passes a troop of unpredictable monkeys.
The back entrance is on the opposite side of the hill and has a
tram
(one way adult/child
