Tag: Ayutthaya
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A day trip to Ayutthaya: The Ruins and Beauty of the Kingdom
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During my first trip to Thailand in 2001, Ayutthaya was one of the places we visited. It was an extremely hot day, and I could remember seeing ruins, stupas and chedis. But digital cameras and smartphones were not yet common at that time, and all that I have on hand…
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First-time in Bang Pa-In Palace: Roaming the Summer Palace
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Bang Pa-In Royal Palace was built during the 17th century during the reign of the Ayutthaya Kingdom, one of the earlier kingdoms of modern-day Thailand. Located at the Bang Pa-In District, 24 km south of Ayutthaya, which is about 20-30 minutes away from the old capital. Roger, our guide, began…