Sanam Chandra Palace
Sanam Chandra Palace is located in Nakorn Pathom a Province 56 km south of Bankok. The Palace is about a kilometer away From the majestic pagoda. Phra Pathom Chedi. The location was formerly called “Noen Prasart”. and belived to be the site of an ancient palace. Close to Noen Prasart. before a Brahman shrine. Was located a natural pool called “sa Nam Chand” (presently Sa Bua).
Before ascending the throne. the then Crown Prince Vajiravudh (later H.M.King Rama VI 1910-1925) came to this city to pay homage to the big pagoda. He wished to buid a palace here as a retreat and a residence during his pilgrimage trip to the pagoda. He preferred this area for he viewed it as a strategic location. In 1902 by the end of the Fifth reign (1868-1910). It was completed in 1911. H.M. King Rama VI named it Sanam Chandra Palace.
In addition. the king had another plan for this palace. It was to serve not only as a retreat. But also as a stronghold during a national crisis. Here, he regularly held practices for the Wild Tigers Corps. A para-military troop.