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Ayuthaya was the old capital of Thailand for almost over 400 years. It was ruled by thirty three different kings from five dynasties. It became a trade meeting point for European merchants and Asian traders. It is located 76 kms north of Bangkok and is approximately an hours drive by road. Places for sight seeing in Ayuthaya include the Ayuthaya Historical Park, Chao Sam Phraya National Museum, Grand Palace or the Ancient Palace, Wat (Temple) Phra Si Sanphet which is located inside the Grand Palace, Wat (Temple) Chaiwatthanaram and the Bang Sai Arts and Crafts Centre where one can have a glimpse of how arts and crafts are produced by farmers.
6:30 a.m. Meet at Hotel Lobby and Pick UP
7:30 a.m. Go to Ayutthaya [Ancient City]
8:30 a.m. Visit Wat Phu Khao Thong, This temple is located outside the city of Ayutthaya
9:30 a.m. Visit the ancient palace and Wat Phra Si Sanphet, Visit Viharn Phra Mongkol Bopit, one of the largest Bronze Buddha statue in Thailand
12:00 p.m. Thai Buffet lunch
2:00 p.m. Visit Wat Lokaya Sutha, This temple is adjacent to Wat Worachettharam in the West to the city. It houses a large reclining Buddha image made of brick and covered with plaster
2:30 p.m. Continue to Summer Palace, The Royal Palace at Bang Pa In which is used occasionally by their Majasties King Rama IX and Queen Sirikit as a residence and for reception and banquets
3:00 p.m. Leave for Bangkok
5:00 p.m. Arrive Back to your Hotel
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