Thailand: Wat Si Sanphet, Ayutthaya Historical Park

Ayutthaya historical park covers the ruins of the old city of Ayutthaya, central Thailand, which was founded by King Ramathibodi I in 1350 and was the capital of Siam until its destruction by the Burmese army in 1767. Thirty-three monarchs including King Rama IV governed from Ayutthaya. The ruins include a great many Buddhist temples and shrines.

In 1969 renovations began on the ruins, and the park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991.

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CPA Media Co. Ltd.

Photographer:

David Henley

Credit:

Pictures From Asia

Theme:

SIAMESE CAPITALS