5 Ayutthaya temples to visit: visit old temples and see history

Ayutthaya, the ancient city of Siam, is full of temples and ancient sites. We would like to recommend 5 ancient temples that are historically significant and have interesting architecture. Suitable for those who love to make merit and take pictures and want to immerse themselves in the charm of the Ayutthaya Kingdom.

1. Wat Inthararam - An ancient temple from the early Ayutthaya period
This temple is as old as the early Ayutthaya period and still has traces of ancient art, such as an old bell-shaped pagoda and the remains of a temple with a stucco Buddha image. This temple is quiet and suitable for worshipping and studying ancient sites.
🕘 Opening hours: 08:00 - 17:00
💰 Admission fee: Free

2. Wat Na Phra Meru Ratchikararam (Royal Monastery) - The only temple that has not been destroyed
Wat Na Phra Meru is the only temple in Ayutthaya that is still intact. Inside is enshrined Phra Phutthanimit Wichitmaromoli Si Sanphet Borommatrailokanat.
🕘 Opening hours: 08:00 - 17:00
💰 Admission fee: Free

3. Wat Cheng Tha - A temple on the banks of the Chao Phraya River
An ancient temple on the banks of the Chao Phraya River that used to be the center of Buddhist studies in the Ayutthaya period. It is outstanding with a bell-shaped pagoda and an old chapel.
🕘 Opening hours: 08:00 - 17:00
💰 Admission: Free

4. Wat Worachettharam - The Royal Temple of King Naresuan the Great
This temple was built during the reign of King Naresuan the Great to make merit for his father. Currently, only the remains of a large pagoda and chapel remain, but it is still sacred and respected by the people of Ayutthaya.
🕘 Opening hours: 08:00 - 17:00
💰 Admission: Free

5. Wat Lokayasutha - The Largest Reclining Buddha of Ayutthaya
This temple is notable for its large reclining Buddha, which is 42 meters long and is one of the most beautiful reclining Buddhas in Ayutthaya. The surrounding atmosphere is shady. Suitable for worshiping and praying
🕘 Opening hours: 08:00 - 17:00
💰 Admission: Free

How to get to Ayutthaya
🚆 Train: From Hua Lamphong Station or Bang Sue Central Station, get off at Ayutthaya Station
🚌 Van: Get on at Mo Chit / Future Park Rangsit
🚗 Car: Driving from Bangkok takes about 1 hour

📌 If you are a religious person and love history, these 5 temples are a route that should not be missed. Both the beauty of the ancient site and the sacredness that still remains until today ✨🏛️

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