Somdet Ya is the title Thai people have given to their late beloved Somdet Phra Srinagarindra, HRH the Princess Mother. It literally means "Princess Grandmother" reflecting the closeness of the late Princess Mother to the Thai people. The HRH Princess Mother Memorial park was opened by King Bhumibol, Rama IX, on January 21, 1997. The park is divided into 2 parts. The shady front part is filled with big old fig tree aged over 100 years, a big fountain bowl and flowers. The inner part is surrounded with pavement which can be used as jogging track Apart from preserving old trees, an old King Rama V period-style 2-storey building is also maintain and is presently used as the office of the park.