These temple ruins are very beautiful despite the extensive damaged it sustained during the Burmese invasion. They contain a famous image of the Buddha - a stone-carved Buddha head completely enveloped by the roots of a tree growing over top of the ruins.

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This wat is in the center of old Ayutthaya on the south-west corner of the Thanon Naresuan (Chao Phrom) and Thanon Chee Kun intersection.

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Ben C.

Oct 4, 2011

I was told by the guide that every former capital of Thailand had a "Wat Mahathat". The old Ayutthaya Kingdom is no exception. This temple is part of the huge historical park which can easily take half a day to explore on foot. The enigmatic headless Buddhas and the famous Buddha head growing in the roots of a banyan tree is a perfect description of the words "ancient ruins".

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Cat H.

May 13, 2010

This place gave me goosebumps!! the history here is amazing and the temple ruins are so beautiful in an eerie way. A turbulet history is clearly evident here and if you're interested it's a hell of a story ... Certainly well worth a visit! ... Also the local stalls and street vendors sell extremly tasty local delights! Don't be afraid to try it!! :)

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Carlos S.

Oct 7, 2011

The surroundings of this place are amazing, it is full of history and ruins. It is also a travel within the Thai culture as Ayuthaya was the most important city in Thailand..

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Lissette M.

Oct 8, 2011

Is a worth of going and one hour away from Bangkok and after seeing the ruins you can have a lunch or dinner by the river kwai. The restaurants near offer a good thai food.

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