Rattanakosin Exhibition Hall - Part I

Rattanakosin Exhibition Hall 

open :  Tuesday-Friday 11.00-20.00

           Saturday-Sunday 10.00-20.00

address  :  100 Thanon Ratchadamnoen Klang Avenue,

Bowomniwet, Pranakorn, Bangkok 10200

Rattanakosin Kingdom or the Kingdom of Siam
"Rattanakosin" the Thai Capital was name of Kingdom of Siam which was called since established in 1782 . Now it was changed name to be Bangkok.
It was centered at the city of Bangkok.

Rattanakosin Map during the regin of King Rama III

The Prestige of the Kingdom

The Thai monarch always reside in his people's heart

White elephant

The Royal Mount and the Majestic Symbol of sovereignty

Elephants have since ancient times been regarded as auspicious creatures, a symbol of The King's majesty.  In the past, they were know to render multiple services to country in times of war.  Aside from being a symbol of the King's grandeur, the creature symbolizes the country's prestige, fertility and prosperity as well as peace and happiness on the part of the people.  Its significance is evident in the past national flag of Siam featuring a white elephant and the royal decorations that include, for example, the Most Exalted Order of the White Elephant.

When a rare elephant with special characteristics befitting a white elephant is found in the realm, it is considered an auspicious sign for the nation.  White elephants are royal mounts and a symbol of the monarch's sovereigsty, prestige, might and grander.  In keeping with ancient tradition, royal ceremonies have been  held to receive, celebrate and register noble white elephant.

credit : signed board Rattanakosin Exhibitiona Hall