Wat Mahathat, built between the years 1290 and 1350, is the most visited temple in Sukhothai historical park and one of them most impressive in Thailand. This vast complex, representative of the center of the universe, was the spiritual center of the Kingdom of Sukhothai.
The Wat Si Sawai temple is a Hindu shrine, dedicated to Shiva, that was after converted to Buddhism. It is located in the central sector, close to Wat Mahathat and Wat Tra Phang Ngoen. Founded at the end of the 12th century, in this temple with strong Lopburi influence, stand out 3 worked Prangs and several columns.
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Ayutthaya, considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an island at the confluence of three rivers, Chao Phraya River, Lopburi River and Pa Sak River. Founded in 1350, it was, after Sukhothai, the second capital of the Siam kingdom.
Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon is one of the best preserved royal monasteries in Thailand. Located at the (eastern) entrance of Ayutthaya. this temple was built in the 14th century, as a school temple in the forest, to celebrate the victory over the Burmese.
Wat Putthai Sawan was built during the reign of the King U-Thong, in the fourteenth century. This complex contains a replica of a Buddha footprint and mural paintings, representative of the late Ayutthaya period.
Wat Phra Si Sanphet, used as royal monastery from 1350 to 1448, occupies a vast area within the walls of Ayuthhaya ancient royal palace. The 3 Chedis, which contain the relics of 3 Kings, are among the few buildings that have survived the passage of time.
Prior to the foundation of the Ayutthaya kingdom, Wat Phanan choeng houses an immense image of a golden Buddha, 19 meters high, that dates from 1324. The prayer ceremonies are particularly beautiful, and it is well worth waiting to witness a ritual where the believers chant prayers.
You can not miss this royal temple, particularly beautiful at the end of the day. Situated on the other side of the river and facing the city of Ayutthaya, it is one of the most elaborate representations of Mount Meru in Khmer architecture.
Wat Na Phra Men was the only temple that survived the fall of Ayutthaya, without suffering damage, as it was used as a military base of the Burmese army. In this temple you will find an beautiful image of Buddha that makes the visit worthwhile.
