Royal & historic · Bangkok
Vimanmek Mansion
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The world's largest golden-teak building.
Address
5, 1 Thanon Ratchawithi, Khwaeng Dusit, Khet Dusit
About
Built in 1900 by King Rama V as a country escape and later moved into Bangkok plank by plank. Three stories, 81 rooms, no nails — only wooden pegs. Periodically closed for restoration.
Best time to visit
Weekday morning
Tips
Confirm opening status before going — it has been closed for conservation on and off.
Tags
- Teak
- Heritage
- Royal residence