Points of Interest

Ayutthaya Historical Park

Founded in 1350, Ayutthaya was the second capital of the Siamese Kingdom.

Ayutthaya, Thailand

Ayutthaya served as the Thai capital for 417 years since its founding in 1350 by King U-Thong until 1767. Extending over 2,556 square kilometers and surrounded by three rivers (Chao Phraya, Pa Sak, and Lop Buri), Ayutthaya's architecture is a blend of Khmer (ancient Cambodian) and early Sukhothai styles. It features the ruins of the Old Royal Palace, Chankasem (Front Palace, which now exhibits historical relics), Phom Phet (Diamond Fort), Chao Sam Phraya National Museum, Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit (a huge bronze Buddha image), and ancient forts. There are also over 400 ancient temples, including Wat Phra Si Sanphet, Wat Phra Mahathat, Wat Phra Ram, Wat Phanan Choeng, Wat Lokayasutharam, and Wat Ratchaburana.