Photographs of Ayuthaya (Part 1)

 

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The majestic and historical Wat Yai Chaya Mongkol (The Great Temple of Auspicious Victory)

 
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The sleeping Buddha statue at Wat Yai Chaya Mongkol

Rows of Buddha statues lining the temple ground

 
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Being the ancient capital of Thailand, Ayuthaya has more than 500 Buddhist temples, some with impressive Buddha statues .....

 
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Beautiful and relaxing Bang Pa-In, which was the summer palace of the King

 
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Calm waters of the Chao Phraya river at Ayuthaya

 
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Living and farming water plants along the Chao Phraya River .....

 

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