Tour Thailand The Historical City of Ayutthaya

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Tour Thailand The Historical City of Ayutthaya

• Bernadette Coates

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Historical Overview

• Ayutthaya, located across the river from Bangkok.
  
• Founded in 1350ce
• Second Siamese capital after Sukhuthai
• Founder is King Ramathibody
• In the 18th century , it was attacked by the
  Burmese. Now all that remains are the remains of
  this once magnificent city.

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Map of Ayutthaya
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Attractions

• Wai Chai Wattanaram
• This was once a monastery that is located in
  Chao Phraya River.
• At this river, there is a long-tailed boat, so
  tourists may travel along the river

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Attractions

• Wat Pha Sri Sanphet
• One of the most luxurious sights in Ayutthaya.
  It is located in the grand palace compound of
  Bangkok.
• Was once a monestary, then turned residnetal
  place for King Borom.
• Now this royal chapel is no longer in use

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Attractions

• Wat Racha Burana
• This significant monastery was once a royal
  chapel. It is located near the Pa Than Bridge,
  which is opposite Wat Mahathat.
• On this ground, there was a famous battle sight,
  where the king road on an elephants back, where
  he was later killed in this site.

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Where to Stay

• Some Tourists like to stay in Hotels, some Hotels
  that are availble in Ayutthaya are
• Ayothaya Riverside House
• Bann Kun-Pra Guest House
• Other tourists who wish to experience Thailand in
  a different fashion may which to stay in a
  hostel, a very popular hostel is
• Ayurrhaya Place Youth Hostel

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What to Eat

• Thai noodles
• Also known as Kway Tiaw
• This dish is mixed with an arrangement of flavors
  and spices.
• Some ingredients include lemon, eggs, soy-bean
  etc.

• Fried rice
• Also known as khao pat
• This dish is prepared as a stir-fry. Many things
  can be added to this, such as lime juice and
  peanuts.

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When to Travel

• March, the weather in central/eastern Thailand is
  the hottest. This lasts until November.
• North/Northeastern Thailand is the colder part.
  The weather is dry and cool.
• Southern Thailand, between November and April is
  the best time to travel. These months avoid the
  monsoon season.

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Flights to Thailand
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Rental Cars

• After getting off the plane in Bangkok, you have
  several options for rental cars to Ayutthaya.
• Cars available are
• Avis Economy Car
• Avis Compact Car
• Avis Midsize Car
• Avis Full Size Car

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Questions?
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• All money was in Canadian currency