This used to be a spectacular example of Thai architecture. Unfortunately, the site is no longer accessible and the mansion has been pulled down. Security guards and police keep people away. I have tried several times to update the status on googlemaps, however I keep getting the message, "Your edit couldn't be verified, so it won't be published." Perhaps if someone at google would LOOK at the map, they would see the mansion is no longer there. Recent newspaper articles have discussed this, as well, so the information can be easily verified if someone would just take the time.

I wish I could even endorse this one pitiful star. Negative five stars would be more fitting. We planned an entire day trip around these grounds. The ENTIRE AREA IS CLOSED and fenced off with massive walls so that nothing is even visible. Atrociously disappointing. Good luck.

It seems to be a must-see for group tours, including visiting the royal palace. You must take off your shoes and be polite when entering.

(Translated by Google) Not many people do not know that the throne has been razed quietly for unknown reasons. And without notification National important buildings are disappearing silently, one by one. (Original) มีประชาชนไม่น้อยที่ไม่รู้ว่าพระที่นั่งถูกรื้อออกไปแล้วอย่างเงียบ ๆ โดยไม่ทราบเหตุผล และไม่มีการแจ้งให้ทราบ สิ่งปลูกสร้างที่มีความสำคัญของชาติกำลังหายไปอย่างเงียบ ๆ ทีละส่วน

Announcement for foreigners (unofficial) This place is not open to visit anymore because it was retrieved to the Crown Property Bureau for manage as the royal residence.

Unfortunately closed completly - no entance to the whole areal allowed! We planed a whole day trip especially to this attraction - but we went there to stand infront of the high walls...

All important history buildings are closed inside a military forbidden area , cannot visit anyone

Arrived at the entrance on xx December 2017, but realised it has been "Closed for renovation since 21 July 2016" until further notice.

Attention, Palace is closed for undetermined period due renovation.

(Translated by Google) Oh, why the throne has been dismantled .......... If the king is You will not do this with your ancestral heritage. Lose a lot of feelings (Original) อ้าว ทำไมพระที่นั่งถึงถูกสั่งรื้อวะ..........ถ้าในหลวงอยู่ ท่านจะไม่ทำแบบนี้กับมรดกบรรพบุรุษ เสียความรู้สึกมากๆ

Closed so don't waste your time coming here.

Royal security have turned the place into ghost town and have made it inaccessible

(Translated by Google) Been when I was in grade 1 (almost 20 years ago) very beautiful. Teak wood building is very spacious, enough to see the lives of people in the past. Inside the air conditioner on the 2nd floor, there are many rooms displaying the use of King Rama V and Queen. The ground floor (G floor) is currently a shoe storage visitor (visitor taking off walking shoes). A very historic place Too bad that is currently being dismantled. Originally this throne Remove the wood / demolish the building That used to be the throne that used to live in Koh Sichang (Original) เคยไปเมื่อตอนอยู่ ม.1 (เกือบ20ปี แล้ว) สวยงามมาก อาคารไม้สัก กว้างขวางมาก ทำให้พอจะเห็นความเป็นอยู่ของคนในอดีตได้ ภายในเปิดแอร์ ชั้น 2,3 มีหลายห้อง จัดแสดงของใช้ของในหลวงรัชกาลที่ 5 และราชินี ชั้นล่าง(G floor) ปัจจุบันเป็นห้องเก็บรองเท้าvisitor (visitor ถอดรองเท้าเดินนะคะ) ห้องบำรุงรักษา สถานที่ทรงคุณค่าทางประวัติศาสตร์มาก เสียดายมากที่ปัจจุบันถูกรื้อ เดิมพระที่นั่งนี้ นำไม้/รื้ออาคาร ที่เคยเป็นพระที่นั่งที่เคยอยู่ที่เกาะสีชัง รื้อไม้ ยกมาสร้างให้เป็นพระที่นั่งวิมานเมฆ

Nice palace. The english speaking guide mostly points out the obvious. "This is a lamp." "This is a picture of the king." But occassionally she has a few interesting facts. The tour is very efficient. You can catch them at 11:00 and 14:00. Make sure to wear long trousers. If not, you can buy a sarong for 50-100 Baht before purchasing your 150 Baht ticket.

(Translated by Google) I was given the opportunity to be a project manager, engineering consultant for maintenance. Considered to be an honor in my great family band. I will perform my duty to the best of my ability. (Original) ผมได้รับโอกาสเป็นผู้จัดการโครงการฝ่ายวิศวกรที่ปรึกษาในการเข้าไปทำนุบำรุงซ่อมแซม. ถือเป็นเกียรติแก่วงตระกูลผมยิ่งนัก. ผมจะปฏิบัติหน้าที่เต็มความสามารถครับ.

I enjoyed my visit (22.11.15) I was a solo visitor and walked around on my own. I was left to wander at my own pace seeing all I wanted to see at my own pace. Its nice and cool out side even though at the time it was 35c outside. Lots to see inside and lots of history. Once your past the bag search,putting your items into a locker and then shoes off and having your clothing checked ( you have to dress respectfully ) You enter. Also note, no photography allowed.

(Translated by Google) Still can't get it under construction .. (Original) 아직도 공사중 못들어감 ..두싯도 못들어감

Online it said the mansion was open so I paid for a taxi ride to get here and now I've been told it's closed by police

We arrived on Sunday morning around 11:30 but realized it was closed including old congress building since last year. Cannot find this info at hotel or website even Google map didn’t reflect close status. What an April fool joke!

In 1897 King Rama V paid a royal visit to Europe visiting many of the royal palaces. Upon his return he land for the construction of a royal garden which he named "the Dusit Garden".[1][2] [3] Vimanmek Palace was constructed in 1900 by having the Munthatu Rattanaroj Residence in Chuthathuj Rachathan at Ko Sichang, Chonburi, dismantled and reassembled in Dusit Garden. It was the first permanent residence in the garden. Nails were used during in its construction. The interior decoration combines European neo-classical style with traditional Thai motifs and architecture and early-20th century modernisation. Vimanmek Mansion follows Victorian Style that is an influence from Europe Architecture applied with Thai Architecture. The material that was used to build the entire mansion was golden teak. The shape of the mansion was alphabet L in English, 60 meters each long and 20 meter high. This mansion has three levels and the residence part is octagon shape and has four levels. The lowest level is made by brick and cement and all the upper levels are made by golden teak. The color of the roof is cream and red in Thai Architecture style and the pattern of the window and ventilator is called Kanom Pang Khing. Each room of the mansion has different colors, which are light blue, green, pink, ivory and peach, and each room shows belongings of King Rama V and other noblemen. The celebration for the completion of the 72 room Vimanmek Palace was held on 27 March 1901. It was used as a royal palace by King Rama V for five years until the completion of Amphorn Sathan Residential Hall in 1906. In 1932, Vimanmek Palace was used only as a storage place of the Bureau of the Royal Household.[4] In 1982 Queen Sirikit asked permission of King Rama IX on the occasion of the Royal Bicentennial Celebrations of Bangkok to renovate Vimanmek Palace for use as a museum to commemorate King Rama V by displaying his photographs, personal art and handicrafts, and to serve as a showcase of the Thai national heritage. The palace is now a major tourist attraction and is the world's largest golden teakwood mansion.[4] Many of the gifts and treasures that King Chulalongkorn collected on his European trip are now displayed in the museum.

Demolished, closed, etc. Don't bother coming here until further notice.

(Translated by Google) Historical place ,, beautiful (Original) สถานที่ทางประวัติศาสตร์,, สวยงามครับ

(Translated by Google) His Highness is doing 3-D, so you won't be stuck, right? (Original) พระองค์ กระหม่อม กำลัง ทำ3มิติอยู่ คงไม่ติดขัดอะไรใช่ไหมพระเจ้าคะ

(Translated by Google) We could not enter, it is closed to the public and apparently under renovation. The same with Dusit Zoo and Dusit Palace (Original) No pudimos entrar, se encuentra cerrado a publico y al parecer en renovación. Lo mismo con Dusit Zoo y Palacio de Dusit

(Translated by Google) Every Thai person should watch (Thai national treasure) that is invaluable. (Original) คนไทยทุกคนควรจะชม(สมบัติของชาติไทย)ที่ทรงคุณค่า

Not open currently.

(Translated by Google) It is being renovated and will be open to tourists again in 2024 (Original) Wird renoviert und ist erst wieder 2024 für Touristen offen

It was one of the best places to visit in Bangkok when it was opened to the public.

(Translated by Google) Too bad to throw away. (Original) เสียดายที่ทุบทิ้งไปแล้ว

(Translated by Google) It is not a place worth going to but it is beautiful (Original) No es un lugar que valga la pena ir pero es bonito

Closed as on 12-Mar-20. 😟 They say they are doing some construction works and the Palace is to be move to one neighbouring place.

(Translated by Google) He has entered three times. It is beautiful. Keep it for the children to see. (Original) ได้เข้าไป สามครั้งแล้ว สวยดี เก็บให้ลูกหลานดู

I've read some of the most recent reviews and I have to say that all staff we came in contact with appeared friendly. There were more tour groups than individuals so that something you may want to keep in mind. The architecture of the building was pretty amazing. I wish we could of had full access to see all the grounds because from the inside it looked beautiful. I have to say if you don't take a tour you're going to be pretty clueless when walking from room to room. There isn't signage telling you the name of the room or what it's use was. There is signage explaining the many pictures hanging on the walls. Finally, be sure to wear long pants when you make a visit. If you don't, you'll have to purchase a covering for 100 baht. They'll also make you lock up your camera or mobile phone in in one of the lockers.

(Translated by Google) The palace is built with golden teak. The largest in the world hundreds of years ago, the era of Rama 5, very beautiful. Is accepted by city guests from around the world who have come to see each other Represents an ancient mechanic who is good at having Knowledge of building facades Since ancient times, the building is long. Very beautiful and outstanding Must see the technicians who built this palace Showing kindness The teacher level was awesome. Which is very difficult to find technicians at this level With a good opportunity, it will be open for viewing at an important ceremony. If there is an opportunity when you have to go and see it once in your life. (Original) วังที่ก่อสร้างด้วยไม้สักทอง ที่ใหญ่ที่สุดในโลกหลายร้อยปีมาแล้ว สมัย ร. 5 สวยงามมาก เป็นยอมรับจากแขกบ้านแขกเมืองจากทั่วโลกที่ได้มาชมกัน แสดงถึงช่างคนโบราณเก่งมี ความรู้ในการสร้างอาคารตึก มาแต่โบราณแล้ว ตัวตึกยาว สวยเด่นสง่างามมากชมแล้ว ต้องขอชมช่างที่สร้างวังนี้ แสดงถึงความปรานีตฝีมือ ระดับอาจารย์ทีเดียว สุดยอด ซึ่งจะหาช่างระดับนี้ได้ยากมาก มีโอกาศดีๆก็จะเปิดให้เข้าไปชมกันในงานพิธีสำคัญๆกัน ถ้ามีโอกาสเมื่อไหร่ต้องเข้าไปชมกันสักครั้งในชีวิตนะครับ

(Translated by Google) Important archaeological sites (Original) โบราณสถานสำคัญ

very good

Absolutely breath taking.. the treasures inside are profoundly beautiful. I will never forget the beauty of that magnificent building and that amazing art. Staff were lovely and the audio guide was fantastic. A must see in Bangkok

(Translated by Google) The best (Original) สุดยอด

(Translated by Google) Beautiful (Original) สวยงามดีครับ

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful (Original) สวยมาก

Guided tour, interesting pieces on show

Dual pricing system.

Shame!!

(Translated by Google) No more (Original) ไม่มีอีกแล้ว

(Translated by Google) I liked the place. Although reconstruction was underway, there is also a large construction site nearby. And the hospital. The atmosphere inside is in beautiful photographs of the royal family. (Original) Мне место понравилось. Хоть и велась реконструкция, а также рядом большая стройка. И госпиталь. Атмосфера внутри- на красивых фотографиях королевской семьи.

(Translated by Google) Largest building in the world made entirely of golden teak (wood species). Removed from Ko Sichang in Chonburi province, it was rebuilt in Dusit Palace in 1900 by order of King Rama V. It was turned into a museum in honor of the late king. (Original) Maior edifício do mundo feita inteiramente de teca dourada (espécie de madeira). Removido de Ko Sichang na província de Chonburi, foi reconstruída no Palácio Dusit em 1900 por ordem do rei Rama V. Foi transformado em um museu em homenagem ao falecido rei.

(Translated by Google) Map (Original) แมพ

(Translated by Google) who (Original) ใคร

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful (Original) งดงามมากครับ

(Translated by Google) Mr. Pla ๅๅๅๅ (Original) นายพลๅๅๅๅๅๅ ๅๅๅๅ

(Translated by Google) Don't know what to type (Original) ไม่รู้ว่า จะพิมพ์อะไร

(Translated by Google) Currently closed forever (Original) 目前為永久不開放

(Translated by Google) You can not enter. They didn't tell me when it will be open again. (Original) No se puede entrar. No me dijeron cuándo estará abierta nuevamente.

(Translated by Google) Closed Closed (Original) Zamknięte Closed

Close

(Translated by Google) Has a classic ornamentation (Original) มีความอลังการ คลาสสิค

(Translated by Google) Like architecture and stories that have happened here (Original) ชอบสถาปัตยกรรมและเรื่องราวต่างๆที่เคยเกิดขึ้นที่นี่