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Ayuthaya was the old capital of Thailand (85 kms north of Bangkok), located on a series of island of the Chao Phraya river. It was founded in 1350 by king U Thong (or Ramathibodi I) until it was destroyed by the Burmese in 1767, after a siege of 15 months. The site is impressive with it´s ruins of Chedis (sharp-pointed pinnacles) and Prangs (rounded corn-cob shapped stupas). A very interesting one day visit if you´re in Bangkok.
This old capital was conceived as an island fortress, the cannals as streets of communication. It used to had water gates that blocked the acces when necessary.
The most important building of the city, formerly a part of the king´s palace. The remains of the three Chedis contains the remains of three Ayuthaya´s kings.
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Bang Pa In. Summer Palace.
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This summer palace was used by the royal court as a retreat from the hot temperatures of Bangkok in the 17th century. It... more travel advice
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I took the one day tour from Bangkok, we left the city by bus, returning by boat in a cool cruise in the Chao Phraya... more travel advice
Wat Yai Chai Mongkol. Modern Shrine.
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Inside the site there´s also a new shrine where is possible to see the offerings and prays of the buddhist people, and... more travel advice
Wat Yai Chai Mongkol. Sitting Buddhas.
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The main Chedi is surrounded by hundreds of medium size Buddha statues, all of them covered with beautiful saffron... more travel advice
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This area looks so interesting. I think Bang Pa Palace will have to be on my tour.