The ancient city of Ayutthaya, or Phra
Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, The Thai capital for
417 years, is one of Thailand’s major tourist
attractions. Many ancient ruins and art works
can be seen in a city that was founded in 1350
by King U - Thong when the Thais were forced southwards
by northern neighbours. During the period of Ayutthaya
being the Thai capital, 33 kings of different
dynasties ruled the kingdom until it was sacked
by the Burmese in 1767.
Ayutthaya is 76 kilometres north of Bangkok
and boasts numerous magnificent ruins. Such
ruins indicate that Ayutthaya was one of Indo
- China’s most prosperous cities. Phra Nakhon
Si Ayutthaya Historical Park, a vast stretch
of historical site in the heart of Ayutthaya
city, has been included in UNESCO’s list of
world heritage since 13 December, 1991.
Ayutthayacovers 2,556.6 square kilometres,
and is administratively divided into 16 districts
(Amphoes). It is conveniently accessible due
to good roads and a short distance from Bangkok.
Distance from Ayutthaya city to its districts
:
Amphoe Tha Rua 60 kms.
Amphoe Nakhon Luang 20 kms.
Amphoe Bang Sai 45 kms.
Amphoe Bang Ban 10 kms.
Amphoe Bang Pa - In 17 kms.
Amphoe Bang Pa Han 13 kms.
Amphoe Phak Hai 29 kms.
Amphoe Pha Chi 35 kms.
Amphoe Lat Bua Luang 65 Kms.
Amphoe Wang Noi 20 kms.
Amphoe Sena 20 kms.
Amphoe Bang Sai 34 kms.
Amphoe U - Thai 15 kms.
Amphoe Maharat 25 kms.
Amphoe Ban Phraek 53 kms.
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