The ancient city of
Ayutthaya, or Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya,The Thai capital
for 417 years, is one of Thailand's major tourist
attractions.Many ancient ruins and art works can be seen in a city
that was founded in 1350 by King
U-Thong when the Thais were forced southwards by northern
neighbours. During the period of Ayutthaya being the Thai
capital, 33 Kings of different dynasties ruled the kingdom until it was
sacked by the Burmese in 1767.
Ayutthaya is 76 kilometres north of
Bangkok and boasts numerous
magnificent ruins.
Such ruins
indicate that Ayutthaya was one
of Indo - China's most prosperous cities. Phra Nakhon Si
Ayutthaya a Historical Park, a vast stretch of historical site in
the heart of Ayutthaya city, has been included in UNESCO's list of
world heritage since 13 December
,1991.
Ayutthaya
covers 2,556
square kilometres ,
and is administratively
divided into 16
districts (Ampohes). It is conveniently
accessible due to
good roads and a short distance from
Bangkok. |
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