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Wat Yai Chai Mang Khon, Ayutthaya

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Dating back to the 14th century, Wat Yai Chai Mang Khon remains one of the city's most famous and scenic holy sites. This magnificent example of Buddhist religious architecture was built by Uthong, the first ruler of the kingdom of Ayutthaya. Expanded and adorned with new buildings over the centuries, the religious complex is now famous for its imposing chedi--a large statue of reclining Buddha--and many other architectural features, as well as the peaceful and meditative atmosphere. Consider a guided tour of the complex, within easy reach from Ayutthaya city. Plan your visit to Wat Yai Chai Mang Khon and a wealth of other attractions, well-known and undiscovered, using our Ayutthaya attractions website.
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  • A temple which has long history and great architecture. The bell-shaped chedi is really huge. Do spend some time to climb up the steps. A great place to visit. 
    A temple which has long history and great architecture. The bell-shaped chedi is really huge. Do spend some time to climb up the steps. A great place to visit.  more »
  • I have been to this temple many times. Because of the beauty of this place. This time i suggest this place to my boyfriend who come from the U.S.A. saw the beauty of the art st this temple. 
    I have been to this temple many times. Because of the beauty of this place. This time i suggest this place to my boyfriend who come from the U.S.A. saw the beauty of the art st this temple.  more »
  • Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, or "Great Monastery of Auspicious Victory". Its distinguishing feature is the high prang (tower) dominating the area. The temple is old and was built in the second half of the.....  more
    Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, or "Great Monastery of Auspicious Victory". Its distinguishing feature is the high prang (tower) dominating the area. The temple is old and was built in the second half of the.....  more »
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  • Absolutely beautiful, truly an amazing place to visit. I had never heard of it before travelling to Thailand. You can easily spend a couple of hours wandering around the different areas of this complex, which is considered "Thailand's National Pride", and there's quite a few other complexes in the area also; you could easily spend a week exploring them all.
  • Absolutely beautiful temple and one of my favorites during my visit to Ayutthaya. You can climb the steps to get a stunning view of the grounds. There's also a reclining Buddha who looks pretty comfortable. While wandering around, I crossed a bridge and ended up in a place filled with rooster statues. Not just a lot of roosters but the most roosters I've ever seen. It's quite a sight.
  • A temple complex. Built on/around ruins that's in the process of being restored/new building adding to the complex. You can still climb the Chedi/Jedi to give you a view of the entire complex. A reclining Buddha is near the entrance. Worshippers and pilgrims may donate to adorn cloth over the reclining Buddha. Incense and candle offerings can be made at the main Buddha. The toilets are located at the entrance of the temple. There's plenty of parking.
  • It s an ancient temple and The big sleeping Buddha, an incredible, stunning, scenic and must-see in Ayutthaya. The spacious parking space provided a clean and comfortable restroom. Should come early before many people. No fee for a visit.
  • Very cool place and very well preserved. Definitely one of the nicer temples in Ayutthaya and one of the only old temples you can actually walk into. Worth seeing for sure.

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