Bovorn Sathan Mongkol Palace (Front Palace)

Many may not realize that the Bangkok National Museum is located on the compound that houses the Bowon Sathan Mongkon Palace or the Front Palace. Located, as its name suggest, right in front of the Royal Palace, it was once the residence of the figures held the exalted position of being second to the king. The palace’s main attraction is the Phutthai Sawan Royal Residence, which holds Phra Phutta Sihing, a revered Buddha statue from Sri Lanka, as well as ancient paintings depicting the life of Buddha.