Running clockwise from the north gate, all 178 dramatic scenes were first painted in the reign of King Rama III, depicting the Ramakien epic on the walls. The Thaksina Bhimuk Hall draws visitors with a rare selection of Thai musical instruments and art pieces related to the royal performing arts. There's also instruments that King Manivong of Cambodia gave to King Rama VII during his visit to Cambodia in 1930. The Prissadangkhabhimuk Hall is lined with a collection of sapkhap, the carriage placed on an elephant's back for travelling and for battle. The North Region zone draws visitors with Wat Chong Kham and a showcase of refined Tai Yai-style craftsmanship.

Source: Bangkok Post July 05, 2020 00:45 UTC