Bangkok

Vimanmek Museum

The World's Biggest Teak Mansion

16 Rajavithi Road
Bangkok, 10300

Nearest Train: Buses 17, 18

Phone: +66 2 628 6300

Known as Phra Thii Nang Wimanmek in Thai, this stunning building is the world's largest golden teak structure, originally built in Ko Si Chang more than a century ago. It was moved in 1901 on the orders of Rama V, who lived here for five years. The three-story mansion was made without a single metal nail (teak ones were used instead). The rooms contain a lavish collection of artifacts from around the world. The museum also puts on traditional Thai dancing shows twice a day. Proper attire is required when visiting this museum.

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