Wat Chaiwatthanaram
Wat Chaiwatthanaram
4.5
Ancient RuinsHistoric Walking AreasArchitectural BuildingsReligious Sites
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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Considered one of the most imposing ancient Buddhist monasteries, this religious site was established by King Prasatthong in 1630 A.D. in homage to his mother.
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Janka K
Brno, Czech Republic8,697 contributions
Nov 2019
One of the most beautiful temple complexes that I have even seen, if not the most beautiful one. I strongly recommend to visit the place on sunset. Expect more people, as the place is popular also among local that take pictures in their traditional clothes on sunset, but it's definitely worthy. I was mesmerized.
Written 3 March 2020
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CKF
CT2,163 contributions
Dec 2019
My husband and I were on a 2-hour boat cruise that included Wat Chaiwatthanaram as its last temple stop. There is an entrance fee, but we had purchased the 6-temple ticket earlier, and this wat is covered by that. The extensive grounds are a pleasure to stroll, and were especially striking with the setting sun. Feel yourself relax as you walk deep into the complex, and enjoy!
Written 2 January 2020
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Krishnan U
Bengaluru, India362 contributions
Oct 2019
Though in ruins, the temple still gives you the majestic feeling because of its size. Fairly crowded, but still since the space is big you would not feel that.
There is a entrance ticket. We saw a lot of people wearing traditional Thai dress taking photographs here. These dresses are available for rent just outside the temple.
There is a entrance ticket. We saw a lot of people wearing traditional Thai dress taking photographs here. These dresses are available for rent just outside the temple.
Written 24 January 2020
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tigerxmen
Thailand54,762 contributions
Apr 2024 • Solo
This Chaiwatthanaram Temple will be one of the most popular temples that both foreign and Thai tourists must come to see the beauty and value of this temple. This temple is part of the Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Historical Park. Wat Chaiwatthanaram has been registered as a national historical site. which was built during the reign of King Prasat Thong In the late Ayutthaya period
This is a very important royal temple. Because it is a temple that has performed the royal merit of every king since then. It is also the place where many royals were cremated.
King Prasat Thong Wat Chaiwatthanaram was built. to dedicate this merit to His Majesty the Queen Mother and was built to commemorate the victory over the Khmers. As a result, the architectural style is partly derived from Angkor Wat.
When entering the temple area, you will find Phra Prang Si Rattana Mahathat, the main prang, which is located in the middle of the temple, beautiful and strikingly striking the temple hall. Currently, only the base remains, with a twelve-cornered wooden pagoda next to it. And there is a 3-story wall surrounding the ancient site. There are also a number of small chedi prangs which were added later as well.
There is a cloister which is the part that connects each crematorium. Surrounding the Prathaksin base which originally had a roof around it In this area of the balcony there is a Buddha image. There are a total of 120 Buddha statues in the Maravichai posture. Currently, only 2 statues still have their heads remaining. There is the remains of the main Buddha image in the Maravichai posture. Built with sandstone Wearing the emperor's uniform That is still left to see.
The temple is open for visiting from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Entrance fee is 10 baht per person for Thais and foreigners. Admission fee is 50 baht per person.
If you want to see the lights at night You can visit only on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (you can buy tickets until 9:00 p.m.).
This is a very important royal temple. Because it is a temple that has performed the royal merit of every king since then. It is also the place where many royals were cremated.
King Prasat Thong Wat Chaiwatthanaram was built. to dedicate this merit to His Majesty the Queen Mother and was built to commemorate the victory over the Khmers. As a result, the architectural style is partly derived from Angkor Wat.
When entering the temple area, you will find Phra Prang Si Rattana Mahathat, the main prang, which is located in the middle of the temple, beautiful and strikingly striking the temple hall. Currently, only the base remains, with a twelve-cornered wooden pagoda next to it. And there is a 3-story wall surrounding the ancient site. There are also a number of small chedi prangs which were added later as well.
There is a cloister which is the part that connects each crematorium. Surrounding the Prathaksin base which originally had a roof around it In this area of the balcony there is a Buddha image. There are a total of 120 Buddha statues in the Maravichai posture. Currently, only 2 statues still have their heads remaining. There is the remains of the main Buddha image in the Maravichai posture. Built with sandstone Wearing the emperor's uniform That is still left to see.
The temple is open for visiting from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Entrance fee is 10 baht per person for Thais and foreigners. Admission fee is 50 baht per person.
If you want to see the lights at night You can visit only on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (you can buy tickets until 9:00 p.m.).
Written 17 April 2024
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boaster
horsham1,590 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Everyone goes here for late afternoon and sunset. Many Thais dressed in traditional clothing were here when we visited which makes for an interesting addition. Look out for bats in the inside of the buildings as they leave their resting space at sunset. One of the stupas is currently being restored but it does not interfere with the sunset view.
Written 20 January 2023
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thansinee
Suphan Buri Province, Thailand6 contributions
July 2021 • Family
It is a large temple of Ayutthaya. with construction architecture unlike other temples in Ayutthaya, still see the structures of great beauty which visitors should not miss Wat Chaiwatthanaram is located at Ban Pom Subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya District. which is located on the edge Chao Phraya River on the west side of the city island big and very beautiful There are activities for renting Thai costumes, taking photos in the footsteps of the Buppesanniwat drama. There are bicycles for rent to cycle around the temple. There is a shady place to take pictures and enjoy.
Written 14 January 2022
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JEAN PIERRE N
Paris, France2,453 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
1st day in Ayutthaya and visit to the WAT CHAI WATTHANARAM temple.
Impressive sculptures at the top.
Touring the temple allows you to see the remains of a stone Buddha. There are some very beautiful faces. The visit at sunset allows you to see beautiful colors on the stone
Jean Pierre
Impressive sculptures at the top.
Touring the temple allows you to see the remains of a stone Buddha. There are some very beautiful faces. The visit at sunset allows you to see beautiful colors on the stone
Jean Pierre
Written 23 January 2024
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Matteo B
Florence, Italy1,247 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
We saw this temple at the end of our tuk tuk tour of about 4 hours between the various temples of Ayutthaya, and although seen as the last one, it was the one that impressed me the most.
As soon as you arrive you perceive the majesty and grandeur of this temple built in Khmer style with a higher central tower and other lateral towers to complete the whole. It is worth walking around it well and also getting to the banks of the Chao Phraya river nearby to photograph it from other angles. Spend 20 minutes/half an hour to see it, and remember that this is also included in the cumulative ticket for 6 temples.
As soon as you arrive you perceive the majesty and grandeur of this temple built in Khmer style with a higher central tower and other lateral towers to complete the whole. It is worth walking around it well and also getting to the banks of the Chao Phraya river nearby to photograph it from other angles. Spend 20 minutes/half an hour to see it, and remember that this is also included in the cumulative ticket for 6 temples.
Written 10 September 2023
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気まぐれな旅人
Manila, Philippines6,362 contributions
July 2023 • Business
I came here with my co-workers on a trip to Thailand. We arrived in the evening and watched the light up. The light up was fantastic and nice. A 35m main tower rises in the center of the rectangular precincts of this temple, with four pagodas on all sides and a corridor surrounding it, resembling Angkor Wat, so it is said to be in the Angkor Wat style. There is also a tower representing Mt. Sumeru. The parking lot was for cars only, and the sightseeing bus was parked on the street.
Written 29 March 2024
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fire-tower
3,123 contributions
June 2023 • Family
We visited Wat Chaiwatthanaram on a Thursday afternoon when we were in Ayutthaya, before heading back to Bangkok. The architecture of the various structures is beautiful. The locals we spoke with told us locals like to come visit this temple as it is large and next to the Chao Phraya River. We saw many locals renting traditional costumes and taking photographs when visiting the grounds. Some restoration works were going on at the moment but these did not spoil the visit. The grounds are well kept. Do try to pop by if you are in Ayutthaya.
Written 2 July 2023
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Probably around 2-3hrs, you can dress up with some stalls outside which a lot of people do.
It’s suppose to be really stunning at night time so maybe go late afternoon and see the place lit up.
Written 21 August 2018
What would be the best way to get to Ayuttaya from Bangkok?
Written 17 September 2015
Hi. I'm a local. There are 2 ways I can think of right now.
1. Take train from Bangkok Railway Station (Hualampong). About 2 hours of travelling. It's the easiest way for foreigners since the railway station is not hard to find. Besides, it's very cheap.
2. Take van from Victory Monument. Only 1 hour of travelling, but NOT convenient if you have a large luggage. Also, the station is quite hard to find. However, if you still want to take van, print this sentence into a paper and show it to the locals there: "รถตู้ไปอยุธยาอยู่ที่ไหน". It means "where is the van to Ayutthaya?".
Have a nice trip in Thailand!
Written 18 September 2015
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