Equestrian statue of King Chulalongkorn, Bangkok

Name: Equestrian statue of King Chulalongkorn
Address: Bangkok, Thailand

#167 among attractions in Bangkok

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Equestrian statue of King Chulalongkorn, Bangkok

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Equestrian statue of Chulalongkorn the Great is an outdoor sculpture in cast bronze at the center of the Royal Plaza in Bangkok, Thailand, honoring King Chulalongkorn. It was erected on 11 November 1908 to commemorate his 40th anniversary of his accession to the throne, the longest-reigning monarch in Siamese history at that time. ()

Local name: พระบรมรูปทรงม้า Coordinates: 13°46'9"N, 100°30'43"E

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Equestrian statue of King Chulalongkorn – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wat Benchamabophit, Dusit Zoo, Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall, Rajadamnern Stadium.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Equestrian statue of King Chulalongkorn?

Nearby attractions include Royal Plaza, Bangkok (1 min walk), Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall, Bangkok (5 min walk), Amphorn Sathan Residential Hall, Bangkok (6 min walk), Wat Benchamabophit, Bangkok (7 min walk).

How to get to Equestrian statue of King Chulalongkorn by public transport?

The nearest stations to Equestrian statue of King Chulalongkorn:

Bus

ท่ารถประจำทางสาย 23 • Lines: 23 (10 min walk)
หอสมุดแห่งชาติ • Lines: 3 (13 min walk)

Ferry

ประชาธิปไตย (11 min walk)
ราชดำเนินนอก (12 min walk)

Train

Ramathibodi Hospital (24 min walk)
Yommarat (25 min walk)