Victory Monument - Bangkok, Thailand
N 13° 45.866 E 100° 32.326
47P E 666358 N 1522205
Probably the most recognizable monument in Bangkok and the site of lots of crowds since nearly every bus route stops somewhere on the circle that surrounds the monument and there is a stop for the Sky Train there as well.
Waymark Code: WM35Z2
Location: Thailand
Date Posted: 02/16/2008
Views: 51
Built in 1941 to commenorate the Thai victory with French IndoChina. Unlike most of the statues in Bangkok, it is uniquely western in design. The obelisk is shaped like swords pressed together and pointing upward. Seeing the monument is easy as just about every bus route in town drives by the monument or stops there. It's also the sight of a large skytrain station. Like I said, you can see it. My photos were taken from the skywalk that pretty much encircles the area. The monument is built in the center of an island and is surrounded by 6 lanes of traffic at all times of the day and most of the night. So actually visiting the monument is another thought altogether. Still, it is worthy of a long look if only from the skybridge above.
Type of Memorial: Non-Specific Memorial
Wars mentioned (Multi-war only):
Built to commemorate the Thai victory over the French in 1941.
In Honor Of: To honor soldiers, sailors, policement, and civilians who gave their lives in service to their country
Marker Text:
Who Put it Here?: Dedicated by the present King Bhumibol Adulyadei
Description of Memorial:
Designed by Italian Corrado Ferroci working under the Thai name Silpa Bhirasi (hence Silpakorn University in Bangkok)in the heroic style popular in mid 20th century design. The Obelisk is actually 5 swords pointing upward and joining to form a 50 meter tall obelisk. The 5 human statues each represent the 5 groups honored by the monument and the bronze plaques are engraved with the names of those who died for this cause.
Date of dedication: Not listed
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