Reconstruction of Sutthasawan Throne Hall at Narai Ratchaniwet Palace, Lopburi Province

Abstract

This paper aims to study the Sutthasawan Pavillion at Lopburi by data from archaeological excavations, archival documents, and information from ancient remains, as well as from other relevant sources gathered together to analyze and find a presumed example of the inner court area of Lopburi Palace. The palace is divided into two parts by an insulated wall. The front part is the Sutthasawan Pavillion; this throne is the royal resident. Therefore, there should not be a spire roof because it is not the throne for the royal ceremony. The back area is a row of residences of courtiers, and various planted trees. Western style fountains can be found at both the front and rear parts of this inner palace.