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Wat Suwandawas

Built in the early Ayutthaya period, Wat Suwandawas allows you to witness the manual hand-work behind creating the thousands of Buddha sculptures in the city. The temple walls painted with beautiful murals date back to 1050s to 1070s. Though ancient, the wall paintings are well preserved and look marvellous. The sprawling ancient ruins that form the Wat Suwandawas temple is located in the town of Ayutthaya. With its gardens, buddha statue, octagonal-shaped pagodas and beautiful architecture, one can experience a quiet and tranquil atmosphere here. Tourists enjoy driving through the temple premises and taking pictures. Read More

The ancient temple of Wat Tha Ka Rong is located on the banks of Chao Phraya River near the city of Ayutthaya. This quaint little temple was built in the middle Ayutthaya period by merging two existing temples named Wat Tha and Wat Ka Rong which were both built around 1549. The Ubosot or the holy prayer room at Wat Tha Ka Rong is remarkable. Adorning beautifully crafted wooden gable, the main door frames and windows are decorated with stuccos. The front part of the Ubosot is designed with coloured glass. Inside the Ubosot is the statue of Buddha as ‘Phra Buddha Rattana Mongkol’, a rare standing statue of Buddha. Built during the Somdej Phra Narai Maharat era, the octagonal bell tower is another attraction on site known for its beautiful brick and plasterwork. There is also an old sermon hall behind the Ubosot and a valuable Teak Thai house dating back to centuries. Apart from these exquisite structures on-site, an added attraction is the ‘Wat Tha Ka Rong Floating Market’. Situated closeby, you can find various local food products and fares here. Read More

A versatile and unique temple complex, the Wat Thammikarat in Ayutthaya is certainly a maze runner waiting to be discovered and explored. It is an active monastery, so one can also experience the working of the traditional monastic order and Thai rituals and traditions. The reclining Buddha image at the temple has been revered and worshipped by generations of Thai people. The holy bathwater is believed to have previously cured several people of illnesses and ill luck. Wat Thammikarat is a temple older than the ancient city of Ayutthaya itself. The temple features many Buddha statues, the most notable of which are the bust of Buddha's head, a 16 metre long reclining Buddha (with gold leaf and mirrors on his toes) and a pure white image of the Buddha in the inner sanctum of the temple. The complex is strategically located for you to plan an itinerary that lets you explore and discover the best of Ayutthaya city. Located close to the Grand Palace, it is revered even by members of the royal family, who are believed to have visited the site extensively. Read More

Wat Worachettharam is a dilapidated Buddhist temple located to the west of the Royal Palace in Ayutthaya. Thought to have been built to guard the ashes of King Naresuan, the bell-shaped stupa and a seated Buddha at its base define the whole place. A large sermon hall is the only structure more or less still intact. Situated within a protected park including other beautiful temples like Wat Lokaya Sutharam and Wat Rakhang, Wat Worachettharam is said to have been restored to a considerable extent. The main Chedi of this temple sits upon a platform that has been reconstructed. The vicinity houses a sermon hall and a Vihara or prayer hall for the Buddhist monks has been rebuilt to an extent. Lying to the north of the structure, the Ubosot has a statue of Buddha in the Taming Mara pose. A Buddha in the same posture sits by the Vihara alter as well. There is also an interesting gallery of fragmented Buddha images on a small platform along the walls. Read More

Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon also referred to as the Mongkhon, is one of the primary temples found within the Ayutthaya Island. This particular temple is found to be located to the Southeast of the island and has been restored many times since its construction during the 14th century. Evidence of a vast moat surrounding the temple indicates it as one of the chief places of worship in the region. Although found to be ruined partially, Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon is functioning to date with several monks being housed within the building. It is possible to view the Thai style quarters of the monks within its premises today as well. The local populace also makes sure to worship at the temple regularly making it extremely crowded on weekends. The numerous chedis or monuments bear witness to its historical origins. There are numerous folklores and tales of valour associated with Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon. An enormous statue of Buddha in a reclining position attracts the attention of the tourists instantly. Measuring about 23 feet in length, it is positioned outside the temple. The statue has been restored to its present state in 1965 and is visited by thousands of tourists daily. The entire site is surrounded by well-groomed gardens containing manicured lawns as well as multiple Buddha statues of the Lord sitting in meditation. Visiting Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon at the close of the day is highly recommended for dusk brings in a play of colours on the ruined remains making it an enchanting sight to behold. Read More

Wat Yanasen or Wat Yanusen is a Buddhist temple located on U-Thong Road towards the North of the city island called Koh Muang. It is a short walk from the famous Buddhist temple Wat Phra Mahathat in Ayutthaya. The exact date of the temple's construction is unknown, but some manuscripts mention that a Royal Treasury during the reign of the Ayutthaya Empire Built close to this temple for keeping lassos and Holy ropes to control Elephants called 'Badhrope', the Main Chedi was built in the Ayutthaya period style with arched porches and indented terraces. The Ubosot, the main prayer room are the sites worth visiting in at Wat Yanasen. Unlike the main Chedi, the Ubosot is built in the early Rattanakosin period style. Housing the temple's historical records restored during the Rattanakosin Period, the Ubosot has probably been constructed over earlier remains. Apart from this, there are a sermon hall and monk's quarters, which are present in every Buddhist monastery. This little known temple is the perfect place to visit in Ayutthaya if you are looking for some peace and calm. Read More

Nestled in the historical park of Ayutthaya close to the Grand Palace, Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit is a temple compound that magnetizes hordes of visitors with a compelling historical statue. It is famous for encompassing one of the biggest Buddha statues in Thailand and the oldest Buddha statue in Ayutthaya city - a 17-metre tall bronze gilded statue, said to be carved by the King Chairachathirat himself, after the death of his son. Legend has it that once the statue was moved from its original location to its current place, a bolt of lightning struck it and its head once fell off. The Buddha idol at Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit touches a height of 12.45 meters and is constructed of brick at the core and then coated in bronze. The statue sits in a subdued mara position and is hemmed in by a mondop which is a squared roof structure. The Buddha is known as the Phra Mongkhon Bophit, and the temple is famous after his name. It has also undergone several restorations after being sacked by the Burmese Army. In celebration of the 60th birthday of H.M. Queen Sirikit in 1992, the statue of Phra Mongkhon Bophit was embellished with gold leaf by the Mongkhon Bophit Foundation which is featured on the statue even today. Read More