Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province

Region · 🇹🇭 Thailand

Population 803,599

Area 2,485 km²

Time zone Asia/Bangkok

Official website www.ayutthaya.go.th

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Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province Must-Sees

Explore the ruins of the Ayutthaya Kingdom, a UNESCO World Heritage site founded in 1350. The area features architectural highlights like the Khmer-style prangs of Wat Chaiwatthanaram and the three iconic chedis of Wat Phra Si Sanphet. Visitors can observe the famous sandstone Buddha head entwined in Bodhi tree roots at Wat Mahathat and the 42-meter-long reclining Buddha at Wat Lokkayasutha. Beyond the temples, the Tha Karong Floating Market offers traditional cuisine and local crafts along the riverbanks.

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Ancient Ruins of Thailand

This collection features the archaeological remains of Ayutthaya, the second capital of the Siamese Kingdom and a UNESCO World Heritage site. These ruins showcase the evolution of Thai architecture, from Khmer-style prangs to the classic bell-shaped chedis of the late Ayutthaya period. Highlights include the royal temple complex of Wat Phra Si Sanphet and the iconic Buddha head entwined in tree roots at Wat Mahathat. These sites offer a detailed look at the religious and political center of a kingdom that flourished from the 14th to the 18th century.

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Religious Sites of Thailand

This selection highlights the religious diversity of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, featuring 14th-century Buddhist ruins, active temples, and historic minority places of worship. The list includes the iconic Khmer-style prangs of Wat Chaiwatthanaram and the three large chedis of Wat Phra Si Sanphet. It also showcases the 17th-century Catholic Church of Saint Joseph, established by French missionaries, alongside several Sunni mosques, reflecting the long-standing multicultural spiritual landscape of Thailand's former capital.

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Markets and Local Crafts

This collection explores the diverse trading hubs of Ayutthaya, from the man-made Ayothaya Floating Market featuring cultural shows to the temple-side Tha Karong Floating Market. It includes the historic Baan Phaen Market in the Sena district, known for its traditional wooden shopfronts and local preserved foods, alongside neighborhood markets like Lumphli and Si Khwa. The list also features the industrial Chang Beer Brewery, a major production site in the region.

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