Set right in the heart of the city, the opulent Grand Palace is, without a doubt, Bangkok's most iconic landmark. Dating all the way back to 1782, the Grand Palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam ever since and has also been the official grounds for the king's court and his royal government until 1925. Today, the Grand Palace serves as a complex of buildings with magnificent architecture, offering tourists to Bangkok a glimpse into the bygone Thai monarchy.