Wat Mahathat
Tags : Temple
Timings : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee : THB 50
Wat Mahathat, Ayutthaya Overview
Wat Mahathat is Ayutthaya's most photographed site, known for a sandstone Buddha head engulfed by the roots of a banyan tree. Built in the 14th century as the seat of the Supreme Patriarch of Thai Buddhism, its layout is said to echo Angkor Wat in Cambodia.
The residence of the Supreme Patriarch of the Thai Buddhist monks, this fascinating temple was built in the 14th century A.D. Wat Mahathat is famous for its Buddha head embedded into the roots of a tree. It is a great place for Buddhism study and meditation.
The monastery contains a central prang and many chedis and viharns. The central prang was destroyed when the Burmese attacked Ayutthaya, but later it was restored again. If you're interested in history and archaeology, this place is a must visit. Wat Mahathat, once surrounded by canals, and bespeckled with gems remains one of the more important monastry complexes in the ancient city.
