A new parking structure could be erected near riverfront Nagaraphirom Park to serve tourists visiting Rattanakosin Island’s numerous cultural-heritage sites.
The proposed car park was discussed during Wednesday's first meeting of a committee assigned to protect and develop the island which is home to the Grand Palace.
Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon, the committee's chairman, said the parking structure would be able to accommodate 700 vehicles.
The plan will be submitted to the cabinet later. No details were available on the cost of the structure or the agency that will take charge of the project
Parking space has been a critical issue for visitors to the Grand Palace, especially after the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration banned tour buses around Sanam Luang in May 2013.