Thursday, November 21, 2024

Day trip to Ayutthaya - Wat Yai Chai Mongkon

Ayuttaya - the 2nd stop after my lunch, was Wat Yai Chai Mongkon.   The temple is famous for its large pagoda, which was built to commemorate King Naresuan the Great's victory over the Burmese King in an elephant duel. This victory was a turning point in Thai history, granting Siam its independence from Burma.



Our first UNESCO World Heritage site of the day was the iconic Wat Yai Chaimongkol. This temple, known for its towering chedi (stupa), is a symbol of Ayutthaya's spiritual and architectural grandeur.


Houses where the monks lived


Sleeping Buddha

White sleeping buddha


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