The Royal House of Darakara descends from His Majesty King Rama I, founder of the Chakri Dynasty.

His Royal Highness Prince Darakara was born on 30 June 1792, the 34th son of His Majesty King Rama I, founder of the Chakri Dynasty, and second son of Chao Chom Manda Peng Yai.  He was created Prince Sri Suthep during the reign of King Rama III for his outstanding work at the Royal Handicraft Department, which oversaw the production of gold and silver handicrafts as well as other Thai traditional handicrafts.  These handicrafts were mostly for Royal use as well as for the temples and other important places. Prince Darakara had 8 children namely,

Mom Rajawongse Moon Darakara,
Chao Praya Sri Pipat Ratana Rajakosa Dhibodi
He is seen here wearing the traditional
uniform of a Chao Praya.

Prince Darakara died at the age of 57 in 1848. His descendents use the surname Darakara.

Prince Darakara's fifth child was born His Serene Highness Mom Chao Chandra, and was later upgraded to His Highness Prince (Pra Vorawongse Ther Pra Ong Chao) Chandra Suthep for his excellent work in the arts field. The prince died at the age of 68, and was cremated at Dhepsirindravas Temple on 20 May 1912.

Prince Chandra Suthep's sons were distinguished individuals, and were bestowed different titles as their rewards.

Mom Rajawongse Perk Darakara, born on 9 September 1863, was created Mom Anuyantra Siriwongsa (see below 1) on 5 May 1893. He was later given the title of Praya Raja Srihayos. (see below 2) He died on 7 September 1932 at the age of 69. He was cremated on 29 December 1932 at Srakes Temple.

Mom Rajawongse Chim Darakara was created Mom Siripongsa Anupanta on 5 May 1893.

Mom Rajawongse Moon Darakara was in charge of the Royal Treasury of His Majesty King Rama VI, and was married to Khunying Prapai of the Krairikse family. In reward for his work, M.R. Moon was created Chao Praya Sri Pipat Ratana Rajakosa Dhibodi, a title eqivalent to that of a British Earldom.

M.R. Moon's third daughter, Mom Luang Muanchandra Darakara was born 10 December 1910. She married His Serene Highness Prince (Mom Chao) Chitra Pridi Pravitra, son of His Royal Highness Prince Pravitra Vadhanodom, Prince of Prachin, and had 3 sons, namely Pol.Maj.Gen. Mom Rajawongse Chetchandra, Mom Rajawongse Sujatichandra, Capt. Mom Rajawongse Sujatichandra Pravitra, and one daughter, Thanpuying (Mom Rajawongse) Muanchit Bhirom Bhakdi.  

M.L. Muanchandra Pravitra was a modern person of her time. When her husband, M.C. Chitra Pridi died young, she took the task of looking after her 4 children, sending them to be educated in England and the United States. She also managed her small business, a fresh food and vegetable market, into a highly successful business venture, allowing her to live a comfortable life.  She also never ceased to forget about the unfortunates of rural Thailand by her numerous sponsorships, mainly for rural schools, as she believed that education is the key to the betterment of the livelihood of the people.  She was also a devout buddhist for which she made contributions to the building of many Buddhist Temples around Thailand.  In her spare time, M.L. Muanchandra liked to travel both abroad and within her beloved country, expanding her knowledge.

She died on 22 September 1986, and was cremated at Dhepsirindravas Temple on 16 December 1986 attended by HRH Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn.

(1) The title of Mom is usually associated with the commoner wife of a prince (HRH, HH, HSH) as explained in the The Royal Titles Simplified section. Mom was also used as an upgraded title for the Mom Rajawongses, that came with a new name. This practice has since vanished after the abolishment of absolute monarchy. The Mom Rajawongses and Mom Luangs traditionally cannot normally become HRH, HH or HSH, except under special circumstances, such as Mom Luang Somsawali Kitiyakara became HRH on her marriage to Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn.

(2) The title of Praya and Chao Praya were aristocratic titles bestowed by the king to non-royal persons. The Chao Praya could be compared to the Earldom of the British system, and the Praya could be a Viscount. The title would come with a name, and the wife would use that name as her surname.