Ayutthaya , Central Thailand
About Ayutthaya
Ayutthaya is one of the most important archaeological site in Thailand and a one of the biggest kingdoms in the region at the time. The place is filled with various temples of Buddhist monasteries and statues which awestruck every tourist. The city held a rich history during the year 1350, earlier the capital of the Siam Kingdom now the place is enlisted under UNESCO World Heritage city. To the most, the magnificence is the Wat Chaiwatthanaram; a Buddhist temple that lies on the bank of the Chao Phraya river. The place consists of 120 Buddha statues and the wall and ceiling are crafted with powerful paintings decoding the life of Buddha.
Next is the Wat Lokaya Sutha is a ruined monastery. The place is exploring by many tourists visualizing the ancient structure of floors, walls and pillars, and Buddha images. Ayutthaya historical park amazes every history lover, the park is also zoned under UNESCO World Heritage sites where many temples and ruins are laid amidst a serene landscape. Wat Phra Sri Sarphet, Wat Phra Mahthat, Wat Yai Chai, Mang Khon etc. are some of the places which are a worth watch. Moreover, if you want to cherish the waterbody of Thailand, one must opt for a boating tourn from Ayutthaya to Bangkok to make it more memorable.
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Top 10 Places to Visit in Ayutthaya
Koh Kret Island, Central Thailand
*32.5 km from Ayutthaya - See map
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Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), Bangkok, Central Thailand
62.3 km from Ayutthaya - See map
Museum of contemporary Art in Bangkok is a place for art lovers, modern painting and sculpture in Thailand. The five storey building of Museum of...
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Soi Cowboy, Central Thailand
75.8 km from Ayutthaya - See map
Soi Cowboy is a street in Bangkok named after an African American hat-wearing man who opened the first Go-Go bar in the city in the 70’s. This...
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Wang Lang Market, Central Thailand
77.6 km from Ayutthaya - See map
In local language 'Wang Lang' means the palace market. Wang Lang Market covers Thonburi side of Chao Phraya's and we’ll know to the local...
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Lumphini Park, Central Thailand
79.4 km from Ayutthaya - See map
Lumphini Park is a place for fresh air and tranquility within the city. This place hosts many activities for Bangkokians, from aerobics, yoga,...
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Erawan Shrine, Central Thailand
80 km from Ayutthaya - See map
Erawan Shrine is a shrine in Bangkok of the four-faced Hindu Brahma God called Than Tao Mahaprom that attracts a number of visitors from across...
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Dusit Zoo, Central Thailand
80.6 km from Ayutthaya - See map
Dusit was also known as ‘Khao Din’ and was the oldest zoo in Thailand which makes it an important historical site. Constructed by King...
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Jim Thompson’s House, Central Thailand
81 km from Ayutthaya - See map
Jim Thompson's House in Bangkok is a top thing to do in the city; it showcases authentic, traditional Thai home design and décor. The entry fee...
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Wat Saket (Golden Mount), Central Thailand
81 km from Ayutthaya - See map
Wat Saket famous as the Golden Mountain Temple is also called ‘Phu Khao Thong’. Wat Saket is a Buddhist temple on a low hill covered with...
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Wat Ratchanadda (Loha Prasat), Central Thailand
81.1 km from Ayutthaya - See map
Loha Prasat temple is also known as Wat Ratchanatdaram meaning ‘Temple of the Royal Niece’. Inspired by two similar temples from India and Sri...
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Vimanmek Mansion, Central Thailand
81.4 km from Ayutthaya - See map
Vimanmek Mansion used to be a royal mansion in Bangkok that has now been converted in a museum. It was renovated by HM Queen Sirikit, and turned...
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Phra Sumen Fort, Central Thailand
82.1 km from Ayutthaya - See map
Phra Sumen Fort is the hexagon shape concrete fort built during the reign of King Rama. It was built along with 13 other forts to protect Bangkok....
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