One of the most impressive ancient temples in Ayutthaya, Wat Chaiwatthanaram was established in 1630 A.D. during the reign of King Prasatthong. There are a number of different theories for why the temple was built. Some believe that the king …
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Wat Phra Si Sanphet and the Royal Palace, Ayutthaya
The distinctive pagodas of Wat Phra Si Sanphet are one of the most famous sights in Ayutthaya. Much like the iconic Buddha head in tree roots at nearby Wat Phra Mahathat, images of this historic temple adorn the front of many of the post-cards and …
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Buddha Head in Tree Roots, Wat Mahathat, Ayutthaya
If you are travelling in Thailand for any length of time, there is one iconic image that you may see crop up time and again on postcards and in guide-books. The photograph of a Buddha head entwined within the roots of a tree is one of the most …
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Reclining Buddha, Wat Lokaya Sutha, Ayutthaya
Although Wat Lokaya Sutha (also written as Wat Lokayasutharam) is not one of the most famous historic sites in Ayutthaya, it remains an impressive location to visit. And that is thanks to the temple's most striking feature, the giant reclining Buddha …
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Cable Car Across the River at a Unique Temple in Ayutthaya
It's not every day you board a cable car to visit a temple, but then again Wat Niwet Thamprawat is no ordinary temple. Located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River in Ayutthaya, Wat Niwet Thamprawat is the only Buddhist temple in Thailand which is …
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Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, Ayutthaya
One of the most important temples in Ayutthaya, Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon has a long and illustrious history. And unlike many of the other ancient sites in Ayutthaya, this is still an active temple where monks reside. Thai people visit Wat Yai Chai …
Bang Pa-In Palace, Ayutthaya
Bang Pa-In Palace isn't what you might expect from a Thai royal residence. Some of the European-influenced architecture wouldn't look out of place at a stately home in France or Germany. And the sight of tourists driving golf buggies over a bridge …
National Muay Thai Day
In Thailand, March 17 is the day when those involved in Thai boxing (Muay Thai) celebrate a hero of the sport. Boxer's Day isn't a public holiday, but there are commemorative events at various Muay Thai stadiums and training camps and it is a day …