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King Narai's Palace

Built in 1666, King Narai's Palace was the home of Ayutthya ruler King Narai the Great. Lopburi, where the palace stands, was the second capital of the Ayutthya Kingdom. When the King died in 1688 both palace and capital were abandoned. It was closing time when friends and I arrived but staff allowed us a stroll on the outer grounds where most of the ruins are.

Palace Gate 1


Royal Storage


area near the outer gate

ruins opposite the preceding photo

MyWorld Tuesday is brought to you by Klaus, and the MyWorld Team members Wren, Sandy, Sylvia, Louis, Fishing Guy and Klaus
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magiceye said…
they are all lovely images! thank you for the virtual tour of the palace.
29 December 2009 at 08:05
Rajesh said…
Wonderful to see such an historic place. In the days of glory this would have been the place to be.

Jaaisalmer, Golden City
29 December 2009 at 08:10
Sylvia K said…
Marvelous captures, Hazel! And what an interesting place. Would love to have a chance to visit there. Thanks for taking us along on the tour! Wishing you a very Happy New Year!

Sylvia
29 December 2009 at 08:10
betty-NZ said…
Those are some fabulous ruins and I'm so glad you shared them with us!
29 December 2009 at 09:33
Anonymous said…
Okay when I become King of the World I've just found my new digs. LOL. Just beautiful. I'd live to see inside.
29 December 2009 at 09:39
Unknown said…
Lovely to see the grounds - looks really nice. Love the reflection in the last pic.
29 December 2009 at 10:31
Anonymous said…
Magical ruins!
29 December 2009 at 12:53
Carver said…
The outer grounds are amazing. I love ruins and this was such an interesting post. Happy New Year ahead!
29 December 2009 at 20:04
Anya said…
History today :-)
Thanks for sharing your
BEAUTIFUL country !!
29 December 2009 at 22:38
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