Santichaiprakarn Park

Santichaiprakarn Park (RTGS: Suan Santi Chai Prakan, pronounced [sǔan sǎn.tìʔ t͡ɕʰāj prāː.kāːn]) is a small urban park by the Chao Phraya River within the grounds of Phra Sumen Fort on Phra Athit Road. Overlooking the river, the park is set in an ancient area of the city and has a long history of its own. Shaded by a mix of small and large trees, it serves as a venue for many events and activities such as aerobics, Tai chi dance, chain spinning, and juggling. In the evenings, both local residents and travelers staying near Khaosan Road enjoy spending time here. Apart from its leisure activities, Santichaiprakarn Park also serves as a venue for local and government events, such as welcome ceremonies and cultural activities like the Loy Krathong Ceremony and the Songkran Festival. During the religious ceremony of presenting robes to Buddhist monks, visitors can come to the park to view the Royal Barge Procession. Of note in the park is the Santichaiprakarn Pavilion, built to commemorate King Bhumibol Adulyadej's (Rama IX) 60th birthday. The name of the park itself, also bestowed by King Bhumibol, means "the fortress of victory for peace", and was given in 1999, on the occasion of His Majesty's 72nd birthday, when Phra Sumen Fort and its surrounding grounds were developed into a public park. The royal pier and royal boat were created for traditional cerem

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