Built on a raised mound over 3,000 sq.m, the Royal Pavilion proudly displayed the glory of traditional Lanna architecture. The entire support structure was built, without a single nail, using wooden bolts as in the traditional method. Wiharn Sot or the swooping multi-tiered roof tiled was a basic feature of the ancient pavilion which represents the monarchy and distinguishes it from those of normal citizens. The Sao Luang or the royal pillars supports the roof of the pavilion, these huge wooden pillars is cylindrical in shape, printed in black and adorned with drawings in Thai motif and golden leaves. The gold motif on each royal pillar was different to show the various patterns of traditional gilded lacquer work of northern Thailand.