Sights in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya

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sights in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya : the essentials

Ruins in Ayutthaya

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Until about 1800 Ayutthaya was the capital of the ancient kingdom of Siam, it is one of the most visited places on the way to nor

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Temples in Ayutthaya

Wat Chaiwatthanaram

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The Wat Chaiwatthanaram temple was the only one we visited outside the central island of Ayutthaya, since it's 3 miles away and it

Palaces in Bang Pa In

Bang Pa-In Royal Palace

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Despite the stifling heat in Thailand, you should go to each and every corner of the enclosure that houses the incredible Bang Pa-

Temples in Ayutthaya

Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon

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In Ayuthaya, only 1hr from Bangkok, you can bicycle around in the heat for a while then find this great temple. The best part is t

Temples in Ayutthaya

Wat Phra Si Sanphet

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This religious complex pops up out of nowhere. In the heat and humidity, it rises over the landscape, displaying its greatness. Th

Temples in Ayutthaya

Wat Ratchaburana

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It is physically impossible to see every temple, even the really interesting ones, in only one day, especially because the heat is

Temples in Ayutthaya

Wat Lokkayasutharam (Reclining Buddha)

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Hello again! This is the largest reclining Buddha in Ayutthaya, an outdoor figure where people come to place offerings and golden

Temples in Ayutthaya

Chedi Phukhao Thong

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Known as the Golden Mount, this temple located northwest of the city is situated on top of a mountain from which you can take in t

Statues in Ayutthaya

King Naresuan Monument

At the gates of the temple Wat Phu Khao Thong, there's a statue dedicated to King Naresuan the Great in the center of the square l

Historical Monuments in Ayutthaya

Wat Mahathat Buddha Head

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Ayutthaya is a UNESCO world heritage site, a temple complex of high archaeological value. The Buddha head in Wat Mahathat is one o

Train Stations in Ayutthaya

Ayutthaya Railway Station

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Temples in Ayutthaya

Whan Phra Mogkhon Bophit

This is one of the stops on the tourist circuit around Thailand - home of one of the country's largest bronze Buddhas, dating back

Churches in Ayutthaya

St. Joseph's Church

The church of Saint Joseph is a lesson in Thailand's religious tolerance - very commendable at a time when religious freedom is no

Temples in Ayutthaya

Wat Phanan Choeng

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This temple was built in 1324, making it even older than the city of Ayutthaya. Legend has it that a king who lived in the region

Temples in Ayutthaya

Wat Mongkhon Bophit

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Temples in Ayutthaya

Wangchang Lae Phanait

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Temples in Ayutthaya

Wat Phra Ram

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Temples in Ayutthaya

Wat Phra Mongkhon Bophit

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Activities in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya

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Ayutthaya City and Historical Park Bike Tour

starting from

23.13 £

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Ayutthaya: 3-Hour Sunset Ride Bike Excursion

starting from

26.71 £

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Colors of Ayutthaya: UNESCO Heritage 6 hour Bicycle Tour

starting from

35.69 £

The most popular destinations

Ayutthaya

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