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Ayutthaya

The ruined former royal capital, where crumbling brick prangs and a Buddha head cradled in tree roots endure.

Notable spots

  • Wat Mahathat

    History

    Famous for the stone Buddha head entwined in banyan roots.

  • Wat Chaiwatthanaram

    History

  • Ayutthaya Historical Park

    Landmark

Ayutthaya weather & best time to visit

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Best months: Nov and Dec

👕 Ayutthaya in Oct: T-shirts, shorts and breathable fabrics; sunscreen and water; it's wet, so pack a compact umbrella; humid, so quick-dry fabrics help.