This villa was permanent-residence of King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), the longest-serving monarch of Thailand and Queen Sirikit.
He moved there after the death of his older brother, King Rama VIII in the Grand Palace.
The palace grounds, which are surrounded by a moat and guarded by the royal guards, also contain the Chitralada School, initially established for the children of the royal family and palace staff.
Research centers on agricultural products were also founded to provide training for farmers.
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