Bangkok Museums – Sublime Insights to Thailand

The Bangkok National Museum is located within the beautiful 18th century Wang Na Palace; the place proudly exhibits the biggest collection of Thai artefacts and is a must visit for all culture buffs. The museum was first opened as a place to house the many relics and vintage artefacts bestowed to King Rama V by his father. Although at that time the museum was not well organised, today it is a well-chronicled house displaying Thai artefacts from many eras. The museum is displayed in three sections conceptualising the various eras of Thai history. Ancient sculptures, elaborately carved vintage furniture and relics from various kingdoms and periods of Thailand are on display. Prepare to be awe struck by the sheer grandeur of the place and exhibits. The museum is open Wednesday to Sunday between 9 am to 4 pm.

Museum of Siam is located within a beautiful vintage neo-classical structure, however one should not expect the usual antiques displayed within these ancient abodes. Instead the museum is home to a fine collection of both antique and modern art. The interiors are resplendent with ceramic tiles, traditional columns and beautiful wooden staircases. Interspersed within these old fashioned settings is a fine collection of modern art and new age technology. It is interesting to see how these two concepts are integrated into one very interesting experience expected of a museum. Although the building is a typically traditional house a huge ribbon created from bronze located at the entrance is a giveaway of stupendous displays to savour. Modern skills have been craftily mastered to take you on a journey of astonishing proportions at the Museum of Siam. On the subject of journey's within Bangkok it is wise to seek accommodation at one of the serviced apartments Bangkok is home to; these well places abodes offer all the comforts of home.

This fabulous museum is home to Thailand's largest collection of modern art. The place locate a short distance from the Chatrium Residence Riverside Bangkok is a must visit for all art lovers. The five story complex boasts a collection of 800 works of art. It chronicles the advancement of Thai fine arts together with the changing trends of the contemporary art scene.

The best aspect of the Bangkokian Museum is in finding the rather secluded building. It is well worth a scout though for the place is a treasure trove of fine artefacts. The focal points of the museum are the two vintage wooden houses that date back to the 1800's and 1900's. Entrance is free to the museum also referred to as the Bangkok Folk Museum.

The beautiful mansion in which this museum is located is the world's largest building made entirely out of golden teak. Enjoy displays of traditional glassware, old photographs, vintage furniture and many other artefacts belonging to King Rama V.