If you visit Thailand and you didn’t go to Ayutthaya, that means you have not been to Thailand yet. That’s because the province is one of Thailand’s historical and majestic highlights. Ayutthaya was Thailand’s capital city for 417 years from 1350 to 1767. During that time, Ayutthaya was one of the biggest city in Southeast Asia and it was claimed by the visitors to be the most memorable and splendid city at that time.

Back then the Kingdom was extended far beyond the present-day Laos, Cambodia and Myanmar. It had diplomatic relations with Louis XIV and was courted by Portuguese, English, Dutch, Chinese and Japanese merchants.

Ayutthaya is situated only about 90 kilometers from Bangkok or about an hour ride. You cannot miss Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Historical Park, the extensive historical site in the city. It has been one of UNESCO’s World Heritage since 1991.

What you can see in Ayutthaya is a bunch of ruins architecture and rows of headless Buddha images. You will see the mixture of art from surrounding countries. You might see the same architectures that are similar in some parts throughout Southeast Asia, for example, in Cambodia.

The city is definitely worth visiting. There are lots of activities you and your family can enjoy doing in the city such as boat trips, Bangkok-Ayutthaya River Cruise, Cycle Tours in the Ancient City of Ayutthaya, Elephant riding, etc.

It you have time, I really recommend you to try the River King Cruise or Bangkok-Ayutthaya River Cruise. It will be one of the great experiences that you will never forget. On the way, you will witness the sensational view of the Chaopraya River including the beautiful temples, Grand Palace, bridges, Summer Palace and many more along the way from Bangkok to Ayutthaya with International Buffet Lunch and Coffee Break.

You can look for the cruise in your hotel information in Bangkok or visit the website at www.riverkingcruise.net. Hope you will enjoy!