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PALACES - MONUMENTS AND MEMORIALS
- King Rama V
Equestrian Monument |
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พระบรมรูปทรงม้า |
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Equestrian statue of King
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The Equestrian Statue of King Rama V is the significant symbol
of the love of Thai people had for their beloved king as it was
built from the fund contributed by Thai people. The statue was
cast in Paris during in King Rama V’s royal visit in 1907 and
was shipped to erect at the current premise, at the Royal Plaza
in front of Ananda Samakhom Throne Hall, in 1908 for his 40th
anniversary of his accession to the throne. Locals usually visit
the statue to pay respect on Tuesdays, the day of his birthday.
There’s a big celebration the Royal Plaza is packed with
thousands of people on October 23 of every year, which was the
day he passed away in 1910.
Opening hours: Daily
Admission: Free |
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