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Ayutthaya |
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Capital: Ayutthaya
Location: Central Thailand
Neighboring provinces
North: Lopburi, Ang Thong, Saraburi
South: Patum Thani, Nothaburi
West: Suphanburi
From Bangkok to Ayutthaya: 76 km
From Chiang Mai to Ayutthaya: 623 km
From Phuket to Ayutthaya: 938 km
Photo: Bang Pa In Palace |
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| Ayutthaya |
The ancient city of Ayutthaya, or Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, the Thai capital for 417 years, is one of Thailand's major tourist attractions. Many ancient ruins and art works can be seen in a city that was founded in 1350 by King U-Thong when the Thais were forced southwards by northern neighbours. During the period of Ayutthaya being the Thai capital, 33 kings of different dynasties ruled the kingdom until it was sacked by the Burmese in 1767.
Ayutthaya is 76 kilometers north of Bangkok and boasts numerous magnificent ruins. Such ruins indicate that Ayutthaya was one of Indo - China’s most prosperous cities. Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Historical Park a vast stretch of historical site in the heart of Ayutthaya city has been included in UNESCO’s list of world heritage since 13 December 1991.
There were three palaces in Ayutthaya: Grand Palace, Chantharakasem Palace or the Front Palace and Wang Lang or the Rear Palace. In addition there were many other palaces and buildings for royal visits located outside the city area of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya such as Bang Pa In Palace at Amphoe Nakhon Luang.
Ayutthaya covers 2,556 square kilometers and is administratively divided into 16 districts (Amphoes). It is conveniently accessible due to good roads and a short distance from Bangkok. |
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How to get:
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By Car
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By Bus
There are buses leaving regularly from the Northern Bus Terminal, Mo Chit.
Address:
Northern-Northeastern Bus Terminal,
Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road
Tel: 0 2936 2852-66, 0 2936 36660
BTS Sky Train: Mo Chit (N8)
Web: www.transport.co.th |
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By Rail
The State Railway of Thailand operates daily trains to Ayutthaya.
For more
information contact Bangkok's Hua Lamphong Railway Grand Station
Address:
Hua Lamphong, Rama IV Road
Tel: 02 223 7010, 02 223 7020
Web: www.railway.co.th |
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Distance |
Ayutthaya - Singburi 71 km
Ayutthaya - Supanburi 53 km
Ayutthaya - Saraburi 63 km
Ayutthaya - Ang Thong 31 km
Ayutthaya - Bangkok 76 km |
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Distance from Ayutthaya
Amphoe Tha Rua 60 km
Amphoe Nakhon Luang 20 km
Amphoe Ban Sai 45 km
Amphoe Bang Ban 10 km
Amphoe Bang Pa-In 17 km
Amphoe Bang Pa Han 13 km
Amphoe Ban Phraek 53 km
Amphoe Bang Sai 34 km
Amphoe Maharat 25 km
Amphoe Phak Hai 29 km
Amphoe Pha Chi 35 km
Amphoe Lat Bua Luang 65 km
Amphoe Sena 20 km
Amphoe U-Thai 15 km
Amphoe Wang Noi 20 km
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Ayutthaya Historical Park
Amphoe Muang
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| The ancient city of Ayutthaya, or Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, the Thai capital for 417 years, is one of Thailand's major tourist attractions. Many ancient ruins and art works can be seen in a city that was founded in 1350 by King U-Thong when the Thais were forced southwards by northern neighbours. During the period of Ayutthaya being the Thai capital, 33 kings of different dynasties ruled the kingdom until it was sacked by the Burmese in 1767.
Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Historical Park a vast stretch of historical site in the heart of Ayutthaya city has been included in UNESCO's list of world heritage since 13 December 1991. |
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Bang Pa In Palace
Amphoe Bang Pa-In |
This famous attraction is located in in Tambon Ban Len, Amphoe Bang Pa-In, 18 kms. south of Ayutthaya. Built in the reign of King Rama V, the palace consists of various styled buildings.
Attraction type:
Palace, Garden, Architecture, Lake |
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Tourist attractions and places of interest
in Ayutthaya
- Mu Ban Protuket
Is the Portuguese village located in Tambon Sampao Lom, on the west bank of the Chao Praya river and to the south of the city.
- Wat Kasattathirat Woravihan
Is the monastery located outside Ko Mueang, opposite Chedi Phra Si Suriyothai, on the bank of the Chao Praya river.
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- Wat Tum
Located in Tambon Wat Tum on the bank of Khlong Wat Tum on the Ayutthaya – Ang Thong Road, 6 – 7 kilometers from Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, the temple covers an area of approximately 15 rai. |
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Japanese Village
Amphoe Muang |
| This is located 1.5 kilometres far from Wat Phanancheong in Tambon Ko Rien. |
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Bang Sai Arts and Crafts Centre
Amphoe Bang Sai |
With an area of 285 rai (or 14 acres), the Centre is located in Tambon Bung Yai, Amphoe Bang Sai. There are many zones such as exhibitions area, the area of product demonstration and production, souvenir shop, some restaurants and the area for relaxation.
Address:
Bangsai District
Ayutthaya Province
Thailand 13290
Open: Daily 08.30 - 16.00
Telephone: (66)-0-35-366252-3 |
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