Ayutthaya Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province, Thailand
About Ayutthaya
Founded around 1350, Ayutthaya became the second capital of Siam afterSukhothai. It was named after the city ofAyodhyainIndia, where legend has it Rama, one of the avatars of theHindugod Vishnu, had his capital city, and whose rule is considered by Hindus to be the epitome of good governance and moral society. Throughout the centuries, an ideal location between China, India, and the Malay Archipelago made Ayutthaya the trading capital of Asia and even the world. By 1700 Ayutthaya had become the largest city in the world with a total of 1 million inhabitants. Many international merchants set sail for Ayutthaya and were amazed by its beauty and riches. Dutch and French maps of the city show grandeur with gold-laden palaces, large ceremonies, and a visiting flotilla of trading vessels from al
Top Attractions in Ayutthaya
Explore the best things to see and do in Ayutthaya:
- ★Ayothaya Floating Market
- ★Ayutthaya Historical Study Centre
- ★Bang Pa-In Palace
- ★Chantharakasem National Museum
- ★Chao Phrom Market
- ★Chao Sam Phraya National Museum
- ★Dutch Settlement
- ★Festival Ayutthaya, World Heritage Fair, or Thai lifestyle
Where to Eat in Ayutthaya
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Ayudhayarome
- 🍴Baan Kao Nhom - Traditional Thai Sweet Dessert Cafe
- 🍴Bang Ian Road Night Market
- 🍴Boat noodles
- 🍴Hua Raw Market
- 🍴Malakor
Where to Stay in Ayutthaya
- 🏨Allsum Hostel
- 🏨Ayutthaya Guest House
- 🏨Baan Lotus
- 🏨Baantebpitak
- 🏨BJ Guesthouse
- 🏨Chang House
Ayutthaya Travel Guide Sections
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