Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya

Ayutthaya – a Historical Review / first article in the series

Ayutthaya, or in its full name - Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, was established back in 1350 by king…

Historical places in thailand

Ayutthaya – Temples and Other Places of Interest / second article in the series

The city of Ayutthaya abounds with historical places of interest and various temples. I must say that rushing…

Wat Chaiwatthanaram

Ayutthaya – Wat Chaiwatthanaram

Wat Chaiwatthanaram is definitely one of the most beautiful and impressive historical sites in Ayutthaya. The temple ‘sits’…

Wat Phra Sri Sanphet

Ayutthaya – Wat Phra Sri Sanphet

Wat Phra Sri Sanphet means "Temple of the Holy, Splendid Omniscient". It was the richest, most impressive and…

Wat Phra Mahathat

Ayutthaya – Wat Phra Mahathat

One of the main attractions in the temple is the Bunyan tree, as between its roots you can…

Wat Lokaya Sutha

Ayutthaya – Wat Lokaya Sutha

Lokaya Sutha temple has been massively destroyed and the only attraction there is a giant, reclining Buddha statue,…

Ayutthaya – Wat Yai Chai Mongkol

Wat Yai Chai Mongkol can be also written as Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, which means the Great Temple…

Ayutthaya – Wat Mongkhon Bophit

Wat Mongkhon Bophit can be also written as Wat Mongkol Bophit; it is one of the most active…

Ayutthaya – Wat Phanan Choeng

Wat Phana Choeng is a historic site, yet one of the most active temples in Ayutthaya. The temple…

Ayutthaya Province – Bang Pa-In Summer Palace

Ayutthaya’s real gem is Bang Pa-In – the summer palace of Thai kings for generations. It is a…