I have long heard of the "King Narai's Grand Ceremony," and I have always wanted to see the palace at night. I have heard many stories about it, and I finally decided to go and experience it for myself. On February 14, 2018, I set off on my journey. This time, I chose to travel by train again. I took the ordinary train from Bangkok to Ban Takhli, and then to Lopburi. The fare was 28 baht.

The journey continues, offering breathtaking views as the train travels alongside foreigners, reaching Ayutthaya with ease. Arriving in Lopburi, the first sight is the majestic Wat Phra Si Mahathat. Under the scorching sun, a single photograph captures the essence of the "King Narai the Great Fair" held annually in 2018. The event, held from February 10th to 18th, encompasses the King Narai Palace and surrounding historical sites, offering free entry to all.

We continued walking to the Asia Hotel, where we would be staying for the night. The old but convenient hotel was located directly opposite the Narai Ratcha Niwet Palace. It was close to the market, which had an abundance of food options, both air-conditioned and fan-cooled. After escaping the sun until 4 pm, we went out to buy a shirt and a sash before walking back to Wat Phra Si Mahathat. There was a service that allowed us to borrow Thai clothes for taking pictures. When we arrived, there were a lot of people around. After a while, we got our clothes to wear. It was the first time I had ever worn a Thai outfit.

Take a walk around Wat Phra Si Mahathat while the sun is shining and the weather is pleasant.

Continuing on to the Narai Ratchaniwet Palace, we explored the interior. However, the museum section was already closed, so we decided to visit the other areas first.

As dusk settles, the decorative lights begin to illuminate the surroundings.

As darkness descends, the lights become more dazzling and the crowds grow denser. The vibrant array of traditional Thai attire adds to the festive atmosphere, creating a spectacle that is both captivating and delightful.

Visit the light and sound show about King Narai the Great.

After the performance, we continued to the Prang Khek Shrine, where beautiful flowers such as tulips and lilies were arranged. It was already dark, but there were still many people around.

It's time to walk and eat. We found a variety of food, but my favorite was a drink shop that used containers made from palm leaves. The straws were made from lotus stems, and the friendly shopkeeper even let us refill for free.

The provided text is an empty paragraph containing only a line break. As there is no actual content to translate, I am unable to provide a translation.

Please provide a sentence or phrase for me to translate.

After a satisfying meal, it was time to return the costumes. We walked to the King Rama IX Memorial Park, which was a flower garden during the day but transformed into a garden of lights after dark. It was a different kind of beauty.

After returning the costume, I stopped by Wat Phra Si Mahathat for another late-night photo.

Early in the morning, I woke up at 5:00 AM and went to the municipal market. Today (February 15th) is the Chinese New Year, so the market was bustling with people buying offerings. After walking around for a while, I bought some coconut pancakes, traditional coffee, and boiled eggs. I was very full. When it got brighter, I started walking to the Phra Kan Shrine. There were so many people that I couldn't take any pictures. Then, I continued walking to the Phra Prang Sam Yot.

The following is a translation of the provided text from Thai to English:

Seeking the tranquility of the Lopburi River, I found myself drawn to the serene atmosphere of Wat Mani Chonkhan, also known as Wat Ko Kaew. The early morning stillness enveloped the temple grounds, offering a profound sense of peace and tranquility.

Adjacent to the temple, there is a designated area for lotus cultivation. During the blooming season, it is likely to be a beautiful sight. However, currently, only lotus leaves and water hyacinths are present.

On the way back, I walked past the Lopburi City Pillar Shrine, which is currently undergoing renovations. I continued on to the Ban Bon Market and then returned to the Prang Kuang Temple. There was no one there this morning, and it was very quiet. It was easy to take pictures of the flowers without having to rush.

Return to the accommodation to store your luggage and then go down to visit the Somdet Phra Narai National Museum within the Phra Narai Ratchaniwet Palace.

There is no text to translate. Please provide the text you want me to translate.

And explore the surrounding areas of King Narai's Palace.

The provided text is an empty paragraph containing only a line break. As there is no actual content to translate, I cannot provide a translation in this instance.

Please provide a sentence or phrase that you would like me to translate.

Note: The original text is empty, so the translation is also empty.

The provided text is an empty HTML paragraph tag with a line break. There is no content to translate.

Please provide the actual text you want translated.

Stop by nom cup D for a coffee and pastry to refuel before returning to Bangkok.

The provided text is an empty paragraph containing only a line break. There is nothing to translate.

On the way back, I tried taking a shared van that was parked opposite the train station. The fare was 120 baht, and the van was full, so we didn't have to wait long to leave.

Follow other travel trips at

Page: Solo Backpack Travel

Instagram: prapat / 0roamholic0

The provided text is an empty paragraph containing only a line break. As there is no actual content to translate, I cannot provide a translation in this instance.

Please provide a sentence or phrase you would like me to translate.