Dusit District

SUB DISTRICTS: Dusit, Wachiraphayaban, Suan Chitlada, Si Yaek Maha Nak, Thanon Nakhon Chai Si

AREA: 10.7 sq km (4.1 sq mi)

POPULATION: 95,852 (2017)

POSTCODE: 10300

Dusit district was created by King Chulalongkom who wanted an escape from the royal palace at Rattanakosin Island. So in 1900 Vimanmek Mansion was constructed and for eight years became a royal palace before it was abandoned. It was reconstructed in 1992 and now is a popular tourist attraction.

Dusit has good transport links with Bang Sue MRT although the station is strictly just outside the boundary. The SRT also just on the border with Ratchathewi District with the Yommarat Railway Halt. Finally Dusit District Chao Phraya Express Boat piers are Thewes Pier, Payap Pier, and Kiakkai Pier.

The district of Dusit is best known for its architecture, and there are many important buildings that are to be found there. One such building is the Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall which was yet another residence of King Chulalongkorn. In fact the Throne Hall became the very first parliament building of Thailand, built between 1907 and 1915 by an Italian architect.

Right next to this grand building you can find the wonderful Suan Amporn Park, and across the street from there is the magnificent Dusit Zoo, which was the first of its kind in Thailand.

There are many other important government administrative buildings in this district which add to the affluence of the area. And many military bases are located in the district including the army and air force, not forgetting the prestigious King’s Guard.

Dusit has some great condominium developments which tend to be at the higher end of the Bangkok property market, and it is a very stylish area to live in.