Bangkok Off The Beaten Path Tips by Krystynn

I can almost anticipate you...

I can almost anticipate you asking me - So, how do I get to this place??

Well, there are several options really that you can take:

1. Join a 1-day excursion which you can book with your hotel concierge in Bangkok. This was the option we took. Paid 950 bahts (I bargained with the OTS Travel Agency for further discounts! Am I smart or what?!!). ;-) The only snag is that we were picked up from our hotel at 6.45AM. Yawn... I thnk I must be crazy to wake up this early even when I'm on holiday!!! Sigh.

2. Take the public bus to Ayuthaya. God bless you.... I foresee a looong, winding and dusty journey ahead. :-) Not for the faint-hearted like me. There is a daily bus service which runs from Bangkok to this city and vice versa. But pleeeeease don't ask me for the bus schedules. I don't have them!!! I reckon you can contact either the Land Transport Authorities OR contact the Thai Embassy for more details.

3. Hop onto the train from Hua Lampong Station in Bangkok to this city . I do know that the train leaves every half hour on the hour. Again, you'd be safe if you check directly with the relevant authorities.

4. A most interesting way to travel to Ayuthaya is via longtail boats from Bangkok, but the trip can be rather looooong. So, set aside at least 3 hours for traveling if you choose to travel via this method.

Have fun!

AYUTHAYA's 2 fearless...

AYUTHAYA's 2 fearless warriors.... :-))

The Triple Stupas found here...

The Triple Stupas found here in the ancient Siamese city of <u><b>AYUTHAYA</u></b>.

The ancient ruins of ...

The ancient ruins of <u><b>AYUTHAYA</u></b> again... :-)

Another glimpse of beautiful ...

Another glimpse of beautiful <b><u>AYUTHAYA</u></b>.

Spend some time to explore the...

Spend some time to explore the ancient city of <b><u>AYUTHAYA</b></u>, located just 85 kilometers (?? miles) north of Bangkok.

With a population of about 60,000 people (my guidebook said so), this city is reputed to be the oldest in Thailand.

I would also highly recommend that you visit the interesting and famous '<b>Historical Park</b>'. Most of the temples in the area had been destroyed by the Burmese army during one of the many wars Siam fought with her neighboring countries. <Br>

Today, what's left of this entire area of temples are - plain ruins. But they are still oh-so-awesome! This city isn't large so you will be able to get around and see most of the sights and ruins within one day.

<b>Phonto Below:</b> That's me in the pic below amongst the temple ruins of Ayuthaya.

<b>If you wish to know more about <u>AYUTHAYA</u>, please check out my <u>BANGKOK TRAVELOGUE</u> page (top right hand corner of this main page).</b>

Thank yoooou!.