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Historic City of Ayutthaya
Ayutthaya or Ayudhya (full name Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya
) . The city was founded in 1350 by King U-Thong and the city was destroyed
by the Burmese army In 1767. Ayutthaya became the second Siamese capital
after Sukhothai, the ruins of the old city now form the Ayutthaya historical
park, which is recognized internationally as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Its remains, characterized by the prang (reliquary towers) and gigantic
monasteries, give an idea of its past splendour
How to get here
Ayutthaya is located about 76 kms. north of Bangkok and just one hour
from Bangkok. You can travel by car or bus along the Asia road. it is
very convenient to visit this ancient old capital of Thailand.
Ayutthaya Attractions
- Chao Sam Phraya National Museum Wat
- Wat Phra Si Sanphet
- Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit
- Wat Phra Ram
- Wat Phra Mahathat
- Wat Ratchaburana
- Wat Senasanaram
- Wat Suwandraram Ratchawarawihan
- Chedi Phra Si Suriyothai
- Wat Lokayasutharam
- Wat Na Phra Men
- Wat Chaiwatthanaram
- Wat Phutthaisawan
- Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon
- Wat Phananchoeng
- Elephant Kraal Pavilion
Popular historical place of Thailand
To view the ayutthaya photos, Click at above pictures
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