published : 29 Aug 2022 at 05:34
Siam Society is holding a one-day trip to witness the beauty, delicacy and legacies of the Rattanakosin kingdom at four of magnificent architectures in Bangkok on Sept 10.
Prince Chulalongkorn, the son of King Rama IV, became the fifth king of the Chakri Dynasty when he was only 15 years old. During his reign, he initiated many important social reforms.
The king abolished serfdom and the conscription of commoners for slave labour. He also reformed the government by applying the nation-state policy.
The central government would have the power to govern and administer its policies, creating unity within the nation as a result. At the same time, in 1892, he…
