Bang Pa-In (Summer Palace) is a historic summer palace in which Ayutthaya Kings have spent their vacations.

Constructed during the reign of King Prasat Thong in 1899 A.D., during the reign of King Rama the 5th as the source of religious heritage for the future generations of Thais. Bang Pa-In is 30 km south of Ayuthaya was used as a residence for many Autthaya kings.

It consists of many buildings built in unique contrasting architectural styles - Thai, Chinese, Italian and Victorian styles are predominant. The best-known is the Thai Pavilion in the center of a small lake, acknowledged by many as one of the finest examples of classical Thai architecture.
For here is the place King Rama V, the father of modern Thailand, decided to build an out-of-town palace.

Those familiar with this most special of Kings will know he kept the country from creeping colonization, which at that time was rampant throughout Asia. He took much from the style of foreigners who visited him and with whom he was a notorious negotiator. This palace is in some ways a reflection of his character. As soon as you walk through the gates you are met with ‘Capability Brown, ’ English country manor grounds that roll around lakes, follies and tree-lined horse-and-carriage driveways

Be Prepared -
* Closed at 5pm
* No sleeves-less tops & shorts
* No tripod allowed