Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province

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.

Religious Sites of Thailand — Map

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A

Wat Chaiwatthanaram

Built in 1630 in Khmer style to commemorate King Thong’s mother, the ancient stupa is one of the most notable attractions in Thailand.

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B

Wat Phra Si Sanphet

Built in 1351, this temple features three large chedis and marks the center of the old capital of Thailand.

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C

Catholic Church of Saint Joseph

A Romanesque-style church originally established in 1666 by French missionaries during the reign of King Narai.

D

Nurul Jamal Mosque

A local Sunni mosque serving the Muslim community in the Ayutthaya region.

E

Muhammad Aliyissalihin Mosque

A Sunni mosque located on the northern outskirts of the historic city.

F

Wad bung latthi wan

A Buddhist temple and place of worship.

G

Wat Pom Raman

A Buddhist temple known for traditional spiritual ceremonies and amulets.

H

Wad ka phaeng

A Buddhist temple and local place of worship.

I

Wad khu slxt

A local place of worship.

J

Wad ladbawhlwng

A local place of worship.

K

Wat Kradongthong

A Buddhist temple located in the Sena District.

L

Xuthyan hlwng puthwd

A religious park featuring a massive golden statue of the highly revered monk Luang Pu Thuat.

M

Wad hnxng khok

A local place of worship.

N

Wad hnxng khok

A local place of worship.

O

Wad ban phad

A local place of worship.

P

Wad rang crakhe

A local place of worship.

Q

Wad khok

A Buddhist temple and place of worship.

R

Wat Chiphon

A Buddhist temple and place of worship.

S

Wat Chiphon

A Buddhist temple and place of worship.

T

Wat Chiphon

A Buddhist temple and place of worship.

U

Wad nnthri

A Buddhist temple and place of worship.

V

payom temple

A Buddhist temple and place of worship.

W

Wad shkrn thrrm nimit

A local place of worship.

X

Wat Sanam Thong

A local place of worship.

Y

Wat Ban Phat wad ban phasn

A Buddhist temple and place of worship.

Z

Wat Map Phra Chan

A Buddhist temple and place of worship.

Wad phachi

A Buddhist temple located in the Phachi District.

Wat Mai Bamrung Tham

A local place of worship.

Wat Song Krathiam

A local place of worship.

Wat Samakkhi Tham

A local place of worship.

Wihar hlwng phx sarec sakdisiththi

A shrine housing a sacred Buddha image that is highly revered by local worshippers.

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