Chao Phrakhun Takia Mosque or Takia Yokhin Ratchamit Chincha Siam Mosque is an old mosque that was built during the Ayutthaya Period. To the side is the site of a cemetery erected in an octagonal structure with a domed top, which is believed to be the resting place of Chao Phrakhun Takia Yokhin, who was a well-respected Muslim in this area. The items displayed inside the mosque demonstrate the significance of this place; for instance, the lectern and the lamp were gifts from King Chulalongkorn
Wat Phanan Choeng is a temple that pre-dates the Ayutthaya period, as such there are no clear records of its construction, apart from the Northern Royal Chronicle, in which it talks about a relationship between Phra Chao Sai Nam Peung and Phra Nang Soi Dok Mak. The story ends with sadness and loss; Phra Chao Sai Nam Peung ordered the construction of a temple at the funeral site of Phra Nang Soi Dok Mak and named it Wat Phra Nang Choeng. Additionally, there is a Chinese shrine called “Chao Mae
Ayothaya Floating Market was conceived from the idea that it should be the place to reflect the way of life of the people of Ayutthaya whose lives have been close to and related to rivers. The Market is divided into 16 zones, which are named after different districts of Ayutthaya Province. For example, Bang Sai Market sells basketry; Bang Ban Market sells desserts and souvenirs while Bang Pahan Market features roti, desserts and souvenirs; Sena Market sells fresh prawns and baked fish and a la
Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya was once called the “Venice of the East”, which makes a visit to the Thai Boat Museum a must.
The Museum is home to numerous kinds of boats. The vast collection stands as a testament to waterways once being the city’s main mode of transportation. Learn about the kinds of boats that were used and their unique characteristics.
The Museum itself is in a two-storey, Thai-style house located within the compound of Professor Paitoon Khawmala’s own residence. The P
Wat Worachettharam, or Wat Worachet for short, is an ancient royal temple situated in Ko Mueang. It lies between Wat Lokayasutharam and Wat Woraphot inside the compound of Wang Lang, or the Rabbit Park. The history of this temple remains shrouded in the past. Some believe it was built in 1593 by King Ekathotsarot on the funeral ground of his brother King Naresuan the Great as a place to keep his brother’s relics.
There are two locations for Wat Worachettharam in Ayutthaya, one in Ko Mue
Wat Suwan Dararam is among the most important temples established during the Chakri Dynasty. It has garnered fame for the intricate mural paintings that adorn the interior of both the ubosot and wihan, depicting the history of King Naresuan the Great. This is a site not to be missed during your visit of the old city.
Once known as “Wat Thong”, Golden Temple, it was built by the father of King Rama I the Great on the old residential grounds. The temple was temporarily deserted when Ayuttha
Found across from the mouth of Khlong Toh (Khlong Chakrai Yai), south of venerable Koh Muang, Wat Phutthaisawan is considered to be one of the oldest temples in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya. The complex encompasses a long history that spans back to the rise of Ayutthaya city. Up until present, the land around the temple has been the home to numerous communities of Chinese, Portuguese, Vietnamese, French and Muslims.
According to some Royal Chronicles, King U-Thong commissioned the construction
The Royal Chronicles of Ayutthaya indicate that in 1689, before his succession to the throne, King Phetracha ordered the construction of Wat Borom Phuttharam in his hometown of Pa Tong District. The layout of the site consists of the ubosot, wihan, sermon hall and dwellings for the monks. Glazed yellow tiles crafted by Muen Chantharat were used on the roofs of the ubosot, wihan and sermon hall. After the construction that took 2 years to complete, this royal temple was named “Wat Borom Phutth
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