Probably the most visited and remembered landmark ofThailand, The Grand Palace inBangkokis where every visitor must pay a visit at least once in their lifetime. The construction of the Grand Palace began in 1782 during the reign of King Rama I, the founder of Chakri Dynasty, to become a royal residence, and it has been the utmost architectural symbol of Thailand ever since. TheGrandPalaceserved as a significant royal residence until 1925 and is now used for ceremonial purposes only.