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| The ruins of the old capital in the Ayutthaya historical park |
Ayutthaya is one of Thailand historical and majestic highlights. The capital of Thailand, then known as the Kingdom of Ayutthaya, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya was a glorified as one of the biggest cities in Southeast Asia and a regional power for 417 years. The Kingdom of Ayutthaya reached its apex in terms of sovereignty, military might, wealth, culture, and international commerce in the 16th century, when the Kingdom’s territory extended into and beyond present-day Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar. Ayutthaya had diplomatic relations with Louis XIV of France and was courted by Dutch, Portuguese, English, Chinese and Japanese merchants. During the 17th century, most foreign visitors to Ayutthaya, traders and diplomats alike, claimed Ayutthaya to be the most illustrious and glittering city that they had ever visited. The map of Ayutthaya published in 1691 by Simon de la Loubere in Du Royaume De Siam is proof of such recognition. Visitors can explore and appreciate Thai history in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, which is only 86 kilometers north of Bangkok. Visitors to Ayutthaya can marvel at its grandeur reflected through numerous magnificent temples and ruins concentrated in and around the city, which is located upon an “island” surrounded by the Chao Phraya, Pa Sak and Lopburi Rivers. Although there are numerous attractions, the Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Historical Park in the heart of Ayutthaya city, is a UNESCO’s World Heritage site and a wonder to behold in Thailand.
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- Wihara Phra Mongkhonbophit
Pra Mongkhonbophit is an image of Buddha made of brick covered with bronze and gilt. Its whole body is black as it was covered with black lacquer. It is assumed that it was built in the reign of Somdej Phra Chairacha in 1538 as a symbol Buddha image of Chichiang Temple and was enshrined outdoor. Later on, King Song-Tham had the Buddha image moved to the south-west of Wat Phra Sri Sanphet and kept it in the pavilion, the Mondopa. In the reign of Phra Chao Sua
- The Royal Palace or the Ancient Royal Palace
The Ancient Royal Palace in Ayutthaya can now be seen only the old ruins of the building. It was assumed that it was constructed by King U - Thong, who founded Ayutthaya when he was at Wiang Lek. After the capital had been completed in 1353, he moved to the new Royal Palace at Nong Sa No which is now Wat Phra Si Sanphet. At that time all pavilions were made from wood. Later on in 1448, King Borom Trai Lokanat dedicated the Royal Palace for Wat Phra Si Sanphet and had the new Royal Palace constructed at the north of the Lopburi River. Several pavilions built inside the Royal Palace which are now known as "The Ancient Royal Palace", situated next to the northern section of the city wall with a road passing through Chankasem Palace 2 kilometers.
- Wat Chaiwattanaram
This beautiful temple is located on the same side of Wat Putthaisawan but to the west of Ko Muang. This monastery was built by the royal command of King Prasat Thong as a memorial to his mother's land and to celebrate for his coronation in 1630. The architectural style is reminiscent of Khmer temples as the main pagoda, Pra Prang Sri Mahathatu,was surrounded by small ones in 8 directions. It is assumed that the relics of Lord Buddha or other sacred objects used to be kept in the main Prang. The ordination hall is located in the east of the Prang. There are ruins of the principal Buddha image made of sandstone in attitude of subduing mara and in the north ruins of the bases of the three pagodas located the bone relics of Chao Fa Thammathibet (Chaofa Kung Rattanakawi of Ayutthaya) Chao Sangwan and Chao Fa Nim, the king's first concubine. It is now a deserted temple, but the main Prangs and Pagodas remain in good conditions.
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| Map Ayutthaya, Thailand |
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That's a map from Sukhothai old town, not Ayutthaya…that's a complete different town!!
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