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Rama II

King of Siam

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Phutthaloetla Naphalai, also known by his regnal name Rama II, was the second King of Rattanakosin from the Chakri dynasty, ruling from 1809 to 1824. In 1809, as Prince Itsarasunthon, he succeeded his father Rama I, the founder of the Chakri dynasty, to become Loetlanaphalai, King of Siam. His reign was largely peaceful, devoid of major conflicts. His reign was known as the "Golden Age of Rattanakosin Literature" as Loetlanaphalai was patron to a number of poets in his court, and the King himself was a renowned poet and artist. The most notable poet in his employ was the illustrious Sunthorn Phu, the author of Phra Aphai Mani. The rapid growth of the number of his descendants was outstanding: he is believed to have had over 240 grandchildren.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Ratchaburi wd
Died
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Place of death
Bangkok wd
Citizenship
Thailand wd
Occupation
poet, sovereign, Front Palace, crown prince, writer wd
Spouse
Sri Suriyendra, Sri Sulalai, Princess Mother, Kundhon Dibayavadi wd

Positions held wd

  • King of Thailand (7 September 1809 – 21 July 1824)

Questions

When was Rama II born?
Rama II was born on 24 February 1768 in Ratchaburi.
What positions has Rama II held?
Positions held by Rama II include: King of Thailand (1809–1824).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Rama II · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q319675 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: King Rama II of Siam (Naphalai) Portrait.jpg by Unknown author Unknown author (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 7 November 2026

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