Whenever I visit Bangkok from my home province, I like taking the Chao Phraya River taxi up to Nonthaburi, which takes about an hour. Along the way, I always notice the old wooden structure that has stood out to me since my first visit in 2004.
It’s a historic teakwood building believed to date back to the reign of King Rama VI around 1910–1911. It originally served as a royal educational institution before later becoming the provincial city hall in 1928.
Today, it seems to be used for a mix of offices, a school, and a small museum. The building itself is a U-shaped teak structure with intricate architectural details, blending European influences, and it once enclosed a courtyard that has since been converted into a parking area.
What’s disappointing is the visible lack of preservation. Despite increased development and revenue in Nonthaburi, the structure appears to be slowly deteriorating.
I’m wondering if there are any real plans to restore it, or if it will continue to be left to decay over time.
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