Lopburi Sights

Chao Phraya Wichayen

#5 of 23 things to do in Lopburi

#468 of 2961 things to do in Thailand

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  • Address
    • Th Wichayen Old Town
  • Price
    • admission ฿30
  • Hours
    • 09:00-16:00

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Lonely Planet review for Chao Phraya Wichayen

King Narai built the Thai-European Chao Phraya Wichayen as a residence for foreign ambassadors, of whom the Greek Constantine Phaulkon was the most famous. Phaulkon became one of King Narai's advisers and was eventually a royal minister. He was also implicated in an attempted coup and in 1688, as Narai lay dying, Phaulkon was assassinated by Luang Sorasak, who wanted power for himself. The palace is across the street and northeast of Wat Sao Thong Thong.

 

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