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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.

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.

Wat Phra Si Sanphet

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

Wat Mahathat

Wat Mahathat is a Buddhist temple in Ayutthaya, Thailand.

Buddha Head in Tree Roots

A sandstone Buddha head naturally entwined within the roots of a Bodhi tree, located in the ruins of Wat Mahathat.

Wad phraram

Established in 1369 at King Uthong's cremation site, this temple features a large central prang surrounded by smaller chedis and a pond.

Tha Karong Floating Market

A riverside market near Wat Tha Karong featuring traditional Thai snacks, local handicrafts, and food stalls set along the Chao Phraya River.

Ayutthaya Historical Park

A UNESCO World Heritage site containing the ruins of the second Siamese capital, spanning royal palaces and Buddhist monasteries from the 14th to 18th centuries.