Explore the history of foreign Praise the “Maha Ut Chapel” 4 Worship the royal monuments communities in the Ayutthaya Period 1 It has been believed that a visit to a windowless These monuments were erected in commemoration of the 7 Pay a visit to the Portuguese Village, chapel with a single entrance or “Bot Maha Ut” protects resourcefulness and virtues of each monarch who restored the Japanese Village, and Dutch Village. us against lethal weapons and magic spells, enabling us sovereignty to the nation. Visit the royal monuments of King to avert danger, and making us invulnerable. At present, U-thong, Queen Suriyothai, King Naresuan the Great (at Thung such a chapel is becoming increasingly scarce because Phukhao Thong and Yai Chai Mongkhon), and King Taksin the chapel walls have been bored to make space for the Great at Wat Phichai Songkhram and Wat Phran Nok in windows and doors in several temples. This “Maha Ut . Chapel” can be seen at Wat Phutthaisawan and Wat Tuek.

Worship the Buddha images 2 and contemplate the murals 8 Browse through Ayutthaya’s markets That are still busy on land as well as in the In addition to the elegant posture of the principal Discover the sumptuous palaces water; such as, Wat Tha Ka Rong Floating Buddha image in the chapel, the exquisiteness of the 5 Market, Ayothaya Market, Hua Ro Market, murals in the temples reflects the abiding faith in and the architectural masterpieces Thung Khwan Market (Khlong Sa Bua) in Phra . Wat Suwan Dararam, Wat Pradu Song Tham, Such monuments reflect the prodigious talent Nakhon Si Ayutthaya District, Kong Khong Wat Phanan Choeng, Wat Na Phra Men, Wat Kasattrathirat, and craftsmanship of the Ayutthaya Period. Visit Market in Bang Pa-in District, and Lat Chado and Wat Choeng Tha are all adorned with valuable murals Bang Pa-in Palace, Ancient Palace or Grand Palace, Market in . that await your visit. and Chandra Kasem Palace.

Worship the reclining Buddha image Have a terrific time discovering local wisdom areas 3 9 Admire arts and crafts that contribute to maintaining the Thai There are plenty of reclining Buddha images in Phra Nakhon Visit various museums traditional lifestyle and intellectual assets; such as, knife-making Si Ayutthaya. While paying homage to them, we are inclined to be 6 village at Aranyik in or folk doll-making in captivated by their sheer beauty and tremendous charm. In Phra Nakhon Get to know the glorious past of the and learn Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya District. Appreciate a diverse range of Si Ayutthaya District, there are Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, Wat Lokkaya the history through your visit to its several museums; such as, Chao handicrafts at the Support Arts and Crafts International Centre of Sutharam, Wat Sam Wihan, Wat Phutthaisawan, Wat Thammikkarat, Sam Phraya National Museum, Chandra Kasem National Museum, Reclining Buddha of Wat and Bang Sai Royal Folk Arts and Crafts Centre in Bang Sai Lokaya Sutharam Temple Wat Senatsanaram, and Wat Phanomyong. Elsewhere, there are Wat Ayutthaya Study Institute, Ayutthaya Historical Study Centre, District. Watch the demonstration of making flowers from the Sano Satue and Wat Mai Ruak in . In , Local Museum in , Thai Boat Museum, tree, weaving fan palm leaf mobiles, and making masks worn by there is Wat Phikun. In Maha Rat District, there is Wat Suwannachedi. and Million Toys Museum by Krirk Yoonpun. Khon dancers of M.L. Pansawad Suksvasti. As for Sena District, there is Wat Bang Pla Mo. Tourism Authority of Thailand Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Office Tel. 0 3524 6076-7 www.tourismthailand.org/ayutthaya Reclining Buddha of Reclining Buddha of Reclining Buddha of Reclining Buddha of Reclining Buddha of Reclining Buddha of Thai Boat Museum Million Toys Museum Ayutthaya Study Institute Wat Satue Wat Bang Pla Mo Wat Senatsanaram Wat Phanomyong Wat Phutthaisawan Wat Thammikkarat by Krirk Yoonpun

Take a pleasure cruise around Mueang Islet Join a short trip arranged for tourist Eat out until dawn at 10 To admire the surrounding scenery and way of life of the groups on a tramcar 16 the night markets Riverside restaurants with residents along the and Pa Sak River. Moreover, 13 splendid views food and drink with plenty of options on the menu are at your disposal From the guide’s explanation, tourists will That offer a bewildering array of food. Visit the market in 19 on board. Please contact the following restaurants for further details: savour picturesque scenery and nourishment front of Chandra Kasem Palace, the all-night market in front of Tourists can sit down to tasty meals and take for the brain. For further information, call Grand Market, Rung Charoen Market, and Bang Ian Market. pleasure in looking at magnificent scenery at a • Krungsri River Hotel, Krungsri • Suk San Waree Dinner Cruise • Ruan Rub Rong, Sri Woravit 1 Cruiser Tel. 0 3524 5123-4. wide variety of restaurants along the riverside. Princess River Cruiser Tel. 08 9082 1462 Tel. 0 3524 3090, 0 3521 1036 Tel. 0 3524 4333 • Ruan Kanya Restaurant Dinner • Ayutthaya Boat & Travel, • Krungsri River Hotel, • Baan Kunpra Restaurant • Saithong River Restaurant • Sum Pasak Dinner Cruise Cruise, Wattana Rung Reaung Nattawarin-Ayutthaya Cruiser Suan Rim Nam Restaurant Tel. 0 3524 1978 Tel. 0 3524 1499 Tel. 0 3572 4519-20, Dinner Cruise Tel. 0 3524 4558, 08 1733 5687, Tel. 0 3524 4333 • Chao Praya Hut Restaurant • Pae Krungkao Restaurant 08 3912 0898, 08 1853 0082 Tel. 08 9130 2088 08 9456 3700 • Baan Mae Choy Nang Rum Restaurant Tel. 0 3539 8200-1 Tel. 0 3524 1555, 0 3524 3455 • Saithong River Restaurant, Tel. 0 3525 5268 • Woraburi Ayothaya Convention Resort • Ruan Rab Rong Restaurant • Kankitti Restaurant, Kankitti II • Rua Mai Thai Restaurant T1-T8 Cruiser • Baan Watcha Rachai Restaurant Hotel, Restaurant Tel. 0 3521 1036 Cruise Service Tel. 0 3524 1971 Sai Nguen Dinner Cruiser Tel. 0 3521 1177, 08 1636 1568, Tel. 0 3532 1333, 0 3525 5280 Tel. 0 3524 9600-49 • Chaophraya Maruay Restaurant • Kum Krung Sri Restaurant Tel. 0 3524 1449 08 6363 1499 • Baan U-Thong Restaurant • Thewarat Floating Restaurant Tel. 0 3521 1692 Tel. 0 3521 1293 Tel. 0 3524 4224, 0 3524 1597 • Sai Nam Pom Petch Restaurant Kum Krung Sri River Cruiser • Baan Mai Rim Nam Restaurant, • Chao Phraya Maruay Restaurant, Boon Sri Prasert Dinner Cruiser • Rua Mai Thai Restaurant • Ayothaya Riverside Hotel, Restaurant Tel. 0 3524 1444 Tel. 08 1946 1288, 0 3521 1676 River Cruiser Experience the delights of a homestay Tel. 0 3521 1177 Tel. 0 3523 4873 • Pludhaya Resort and Spa Hotel, Tel. 08 1434 2031, 08 5196 7656, Go for a ride on a Tuk Tuk for sightseeing • Kum Krung Sri Restaurant • Sum Pa Sak Restaurant Restaurant • River View Place Hotel Restaurant Tel. 0 3521 1692 17 0 3521 1516 Tel. 0 3532 1472 Assimilate the host’s lifestyle, get a hospitable welcome, and make yourselves at home at Tel. 0 3521 1676 Tel. 0 3535 9883-4 Tel. 0 3570 7565-6 14 the OTOP Village in Ko Koet Sub-district. Contact Mr. Lampoon Punwai, Village Headman at • Ruan Kanya Restaurant • Ton Nam Restaurant • Krua Ya Bua Restaurant A symbolic mode of transport in Phra Nakhon Si Tel. 08 1902 2872, 08 9130 2088 Tel. 0 3526 1006, 0 3526 2898 Tel. 0 3524 2725 Enjoy a ride on elephant back Ayutthaya that brings sightseers to discover the Tel. 0 3570 2671, 08 1851 6632 or Bang Pa-in Community Development Office at • Kankitti Restaurant • Baan Mai Rim Nam Restaurant • River View Place Hotel length and breadth of the city. For further Tel. 0 3526 1732, Khlong Rang Chorakhe Homestay in Sena District (contact person: Sergeant Tel. 0 3524 1971 Tel. 0 3521 1516 Tel. 0 3524 1729-30 11 Major Rerngchai Rerkbubpha Tel. 08 1251 8058, 08 9881 1042), Ban Sarai Homestay in To see ancient monuments and get to know Thai information, please contact Mr. Chukiat, elephants at several places; such as, Ayutthaya Tuk Tuk Service Cooperative at Nakhon Luang District (contact persons: Mr. Sommai Mueanrat, Mr. Samrerng Chamsopha • Ayutthaya Elephant Village and Kraal Tel. 08 9782 7949, 08 5915 6779 Tuk Tuk Tel. 0 3576 1497, 08 6800 2657, 08 1780 4016, 08 4127 6250), Ban Sai Noi Homestay in Tel. 0 3521 1001, 0 3532 1982, 08 1821 7065 Bang Ban District (contact person: Ms. Mayuree Srinaga Tel. 0 3588 4605, 08 1946 5457), www.changdee.com, www.thaichang.com Circles in front of the Ayutthaya Railway Bring the shopping back to your family Station Mr. Ussanee Kuansanong at Phai Luang Homestay in Bang Ban District (contact persons: Mr. Krasae Buabarn, Mr. Prawit • Pang Chang Ayothaya & Snake Show Utthawiwek Tel. 0 3530 7750, 08 9064 6511), Ban Thai House Homestay tel. 0 3524 5555, in Phai Ling Sub-district Tel. 0 3588 1678 Tel. 08 7365 3010 20 It seems as if you have never reached Ayutthaya 08 0437 4555 www.elephantayothaya.com if you fail to get your family the following things: soup made of curdled blood of pig, noodle soup sold an a rowing boat, pork or meat noodle soup, Phak Wan noodle soup, steamed stuffed bun, rice gruel, desserts wrapped in banana leaf, big Take a leisurely ride in a three-wheel rickshaw “Samlor” freshwater prawns, fruit and vegetables. Reserve chic sleeping accommodation Other interesting souvenirs are Aranyik Enjoy riding a bicycle 15 Local public vehicles whose cyclist enjoys knives, fan palm leaf mobile woven in At the following addresses:18 telling stories as a member of the community in the style of a boutique hotel the form of fish, and model ancient boats. 12 while you appreciate the soft breeze. For further • Iudia on the River Which is regarded as environmentally-friendly information, please contact Khun Amphai Tel. 08 6080 1888 or www.iudia.com tourism. Bicycles are available for hire at bicycle Boonkerd at Tel. 08 1994 3904. • Ayodhara Village rental stores, guest houses, in front of the railway Tel. 08 1554 9001 or www.ayodhara.com station, and Tourist Police Office. You can ask for • Bansuan Rimnam Resort further information at the Tourism Authority of Tel. 08 1553 8744 or Thailand Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Office. Tel. Bansuan Rimnam Resort www.ayutthayagardenriverhome.com 0 3524 6076-7. • Pludhaya Resort & Spa Tourism Authority of Thailand Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Office Tel. 0 3570 7565-6 or www.pludhaya.com 108/22 Si Sanphet Rd., Pratu Chai., • Ban Luang Chumni Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 13000 Thailand Tel. 0 3532 2990 or Ban Luang Chumni Tel. 0 3524 6076-7 Fax. 0 3524 6078 www.luangchumnivillage.com Ayodhara Village To Nakhon Luang District To Bang Pahan District To Bang Pahan District To -Sing Buri Province 30 Asia Highway to the North 69 Pa Sak River 98 74

To Bang Ban District 70 Train to the North Phukhao Thong-Phaniat Road 76 75 One-day leisurely trip Chao Phraya River 68 Route 1: 99 73 88 72 Long-tailed boat 26 67 Terminal Ko Loi Khlong Ban Ma 71 29 After a short drive from in the morning, we will get to Ayutthaya. In our view, the 65 24 27 The first recommended stop should be made at 77 necessary prerequisite forThe exploring visit to thethis Historical province isHall the of Ayutthaya Phra Nakhon Tourism Si Ayutthaya Centre located will present in the 66 Lop Buri River 97 81 78 87 28 former provincial hall. Phra Si Sanphet which was equal to the Temple of the 62 79 Ayutthaya Ship Building Industrial 59 13 80 86 and Technology College a general overview on what to see in Ayutthaya. U-thong Road 25 Ayutthaya the Wihan of Wat Mongkhon Bophit and Wat 63 64 23 Post Office Wat Na Phra Men. Those NOT TO SCALE 22 Emerald Buddha inAround Bangkok. noon, Next, let usit ishave a good lunchAfter idea andthis to tastelovely see the a diversemeal, monument it arrayis well of of worthKing localAlong U-thong specialitiesdriving the , furtherway, the ; founder such you to payas,may 61 85 Wat Tuek. and creating 12 Pa Maphrao Road 89 31 of Ayutthaya city. 14 82 15 Transportation to noodle soup in front of the TOT Company. 83 Bangkok Buddha images and discover the splendours of mural paintings at Car park 11 The Municipality homage to 58 of Ayutthaya 33 who have never seen the windowless Maha Ut chapel should visit 60 Naresuan Road 32 Chao Ai Chao Yi 34 stop over to appreciate the local wisdom ; such as, weaving the mobile in the form of fish 9 10 Intersection After having a good time for U-thong Road Chao Phrom Khon masks. On our way back, do not forget to buy Roti, unleavened bread made in sheets eaten with 16 Van to Bangkok Market Bus to Sai Mai or candyfloss, at a row of shops in front of the Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Hospital. At the end other districts 35 Nakhon Luang District Ho Rattanachai Road Ferry terminal of our fun day, let us get on the long-tail boat at the pier in front of Chandra Kasem Palace to enjoy 57 17 Railway station the scenery around the islet and shop for dinner at the all-night market.

56 6 84 21 Chi Kun Road Kun Chi this day trip, we return home. 7 U-thong Road Bang Ian Road Pa Sak River Ayutthaya Witthayalai District 3rd Regional Office of Fine Arts Pa Thon Road 8 Police Station, Talaengkaeng Intersection School Intersection Ayutthaya To Suphanburi Province Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 2 Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Pa Thon Road Khlong Kramang Historical Park Office 3 Provincial Court 20 Dechawut Post Office 36 Northern Bus Ayutthaya1 Terminal Tourism Centre Ayutthaya 19 Witthayalai School Pridi Thamrong Bridge Wat Sam Pluem 55 Rotchana Road roundabout To Pathum Thani Province Naresuan Bridge Phra Nakhon Ayutthaya Sudies Institute Si Ayutthaya Phra Nakhon 18 37 Ayutthaya-Bang Pa-In Road A chic-chic boutique hotel a few nights Hospital Si Ayutthaya Planetarium Route 2 : Si Sanphet Road Rajabhat University 40 94 5 Rotchana Road

Klong Tho Road 90 4 U-thong Road 93 91 On the first day, we arrive at Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya in the morning and 50 rent a Tuk Tuk for a round trip in the city. We start our trip at Wat Senatsanaram to Sri Nagarindra Park 41 pay respect to the reclining Buddha and then visit Chao Samphraya Museum which 51 92 38 exhibits the ancient beautiful golden treasure. Next, after leaving the Museum, 54 we go to the Ayutthaya Klong Sa Bua Floating Market where you can enjoy your Long-tailed boat Ratchthani Hospital Terminal delicious lunch together with the showing of a local performance on the floating 95 stage. In the late afternoon, we go to Wat Choeng Ta to worship King Taksin the 42 Great and see the ancient beautiful murals at the pavilion near the river. After that, cross the Chao Phraya River to Wat Phutthaisawan to see the beautiful Buddhist Ayutthaya Park 39 R sanctuary, pay respect to the reclining Buddha image and the famous venerable 52 o Shopping Centre a d monk named “Huan”. At four o’clock, we go back to pay respect to the reclining to A Buddha at Wat Thammikkarat and also visit the old Buddha image inside Wihan y Ayutthaya 43 ut Government Centre 53 thay Phra Mongkhon Bophit after worshipping the famous King U-thong. Then, at six a Go Khlong Suan Phlu vernment Centre o’clock, enjoy a remarkable dinner, served with variety menus like “Big Shrimp” Ayutthaya City Hall and the great river scenery at a beautiful restaurant. At night, rest at the nice boutique hotel near the river, preparing for the next fun day. Start the early morning with offering food to monks, and then take a walk- 49 Ayutthaya Local Government To Bangkok 44 ing trip, visiting the local people through their daily life at Hua Ro Market. After The symbols enjoying shopping, we next go to Wat Lokkaya Suthar, Wat Yai Chai Mogkhon and Wat Phanan Choeng respectively to pay respect to the famous Buddha image. In 20 Things to do in Ayutthaya the late morning, on the way while we are going to Bang Pa-in, stop at the Kong To Bang Pa-in Restaurant Khong Market for shopping and having lunch. After that, we go to Bang Pa-in palace 96 where you can enjoy taking lots of pictures of the ancient beautiful architecture, and then take the cable car across to Wat Niwet Thamma Prawat. Finally, at the Royal Folk Arts and Crafts Centre at Bang Sai, you will see many things from Map of Ayutthaya the local villager's ideas and also shop for local souvenirs before returning home. 45 1. Tourism Authority of Thailand, 25. Chandra Kasem National Museum 51. Roti street. 76. Elephant Kraal Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Offif ce 26. Wat Khae 52. Wat Phutthaisawan 77. Rice gruel in font of Chandra Kasem Palace Ayutthaya enjoy three full days and Ayutthaya Tourist Police 27. Wat Mondop (on Ko Loi) 53. Saint Joseph's Church 78. Steamed Stuff Bun with 7 favours 48 Route 3 : 2. City Pillar Shrine. 28. The ancient boat model. 54. Wat Chai Watthanaram 79. Steamed Stuff Bun Ama 3. Chao Sam Phraya National Museum 29. Wat Ayothaya 55. Wat Worachet (outside city) 80. Steamed Stuff Bun, Wat Khun Saen. before taking the tram to 4. Wat Boroma Phuttharam 30. Aranyik Village Handmade Knives 56. Wat Kasattrathirat Worawihan 81. Pig’s blood curd soup, Wat Wong Khong 47 5. Wat Som 31. Wat Pradu Song Tham 57. Chedi Si Suriyothai 82. Milk and Coffee shop 6. Royal Elephant Kraal Village 32. Wat Kudi Dao 58. Wat Thammaram 83. Pig’s blood curd soup, Wat Ratchaburana Wang Chang Ayutthaya to see the show of clever elephants. At noon, we have lunch at Bang Pa-in District 7. Khun Phaen's Residence 33. Wat Maheyong 59. Wat Tha Ka Rong 84. Boat Noodle, near TOT morning when we arrive at Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, visit the Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Historical Centre 8. Wat Phra Ram 34. Ayothaya Elephant Village and Floating Market 60. Wat Lokkaya Sutharam 85. Noodle, Pa Porn On the first day 9. Phra Mongkhon Bophit Souvenir Shops 35. Wat Samanakotharam 61. Wat Worachettharam 86. Rice gruel, Hua Ro Market Bang Sai District look around the Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya HistoricalWat Senatsanaram Park. You, andmay then visit visit the Chandra Kasem National Museum to learn some interesting history of Ayutthaya. 10. Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit 36. Wat Phra Yatikaram 62. Khon mask products 87. Steamed Stuff Bun, Chandra Kasem Palace Hua Ro Market where you can enjoy a lot of ancient foods ; such as, noodle, Thai tofu, Thai pancake or Thai coffee. After full of food, in the afternoon, we go to 11. Wat Phra Si Sanphet 37. Doll's house 63. Wat Tuek 88. Noodle, Nai Yong pay respect to the reclining Buddha image at 46 to pay respectWat to thePhutthaisawan Buddha image before and going see the to 12. King U-thong Monument 38. Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon 64. Wat Woraphot 89. Noodle, Nai Lek Next, we drive under theAyutthaya Pridi Thamrong Grand Night Bridge Market to Wat and Suwan rest atDararam a beautiful to see boutique the ancient resort. beautiful Watmurals Kasattrathirat inside both ordination and image halls. We finish today's trip with dinner at the , we start at the Million Toys Museum where you can return back to your childhood, and then visit the local, and villagers lastly enjoywho do your “Khon wonderful” mask dinnerand 13. Royal Palace or the Ancient Palace 39. Artifif cial lflowers made from Sesbania 65. Million Toys Museum 90. Phae Krung Kao Restaurant The second day Wat Tha Ka Rong ; also take a walking trip along Krung Kao the Floating Market at Wat Tha Ka Rong and have lunch 14. Wat Thammikkarat 40. Wat Suwan Dararam Ratchaworawihan 66. Pridi Banomyong Monument 91. Phak Wan noodle fishshaped ornaments made of palm leaf. Alternatively, you may drive out of the city to worshipTuk Tuk the sightseeing statue of King around Naresuan the city the Great at Thung Phukhao Thong, and 15. Wat Ratchaburana 41. Phet Fortress 67. Wat Sala Pun Worawihan 92. Noodle, Wat Chin or Wat Rattanachai then go to pay respect to the Buddha image at 16. Wat Maha That 42. Wat Phanan Choeng Ratchaworawihan 68. Wat Phukhao Thong and King Naresuan 93. Noodle, Wat Kluai at the floating restaurant together with feeding thousands of fish there. In the afternoon, we go to 17. Phra Ram Park 43. The Dutch Village the Great Monument 94. The Grand Market beautiful murals which are different from the others. Then, visit Bot Maha-Ut andBang pay Sai respect Royal to Folk the Artsreclining and Crafts Buddha Centre image for at local souvenirs before having lunch at Pathum Thani Province the Portuguese Village. In the late afternoon, when the sun nearly sets, take a tricycle or 18. Ayutthaya Studies Institute 44. The Japanese Village 69. Queen Suriyothai Monument 95. Khanom Ho Bai Tong (Desserts wrapped in banana leaf) near the Chao Phraya River before taking a rest at a homestay with a warm atmosphere.Wat Niwet Thamma Prawat which is decorated with a variety of colourful stained 19. Wat Khun Mueang Chai 45. Bang Pa-in Palace 70. Wat Tum 96. Kong Khong Market (Baan Sangsom) Welcome the last days OTOPmorning village with, offeringBang Pa-in, food and to monks, then shopping also enjoy at local food for breakfast, and take a walking trip around the village to learn their local 20. Rung Charoen Market 46. Bang Sai Royal Folk Arts and Crafts Centre 71. Wat Choeng Tha 97. Tha Ka Rong Floating Market daily life. We next go to the 21. Thai Boat Museum 47. OTOP Village 72. Wat Na Phra Men 98. Noodle, Wat Tum the Kong Khong Market, enjoying the variety of fresh food. In the afternoon, visit the Bang Pa-in Palace where you will see the remarkable architecture, getting the 99. Ayutthaya Klong Sa Bua Floating Market & Water Theatre feeling of the ancient atmosphere. We finally go across to the other side to visit 22. Wat Ratchapraditsathan 48. Wat Niwet Thamma Prawat 73. Wat Mae Nang Pluem glass in the Gothic style. Take time here for a while and return home in the late evening. 23. Wat Khun Saen 49. The Portuguese Village 74. Wat Boromawong Itsara Wararam 24. Hua Ro Market 50. Palm-leaf carp mobile 75. Wat Sam Wihan