Wat Mahathat or the Monastery of the Great Relic is located on the city island in the central part of Ayutthaya.
The monastery stood on the west bank of the Khlong Pratu Khao Pluak, an important canal, which has been filled in sometime in the early 20th century. In ancient times the temple was probably completely surrounded by canals and moats.
The structure was registered as a national historic
site on 8 March 1935 and is part of the Ayutthaya World Heritage Historical Park.
The exact date of the establishment of Wat Maha That is difficult to assess.
The Luang Prasoet version of the Royal Chronicles of Ayutthaya put its construction in
1374 during the reign of King Borommaracha I, 23 years after the establishment of Ayutthaya. The chronicles mention that the central prang had a height of 46 meters.
Later versions of the Royal Chronicles of Ayutthaya state that Wat Mahathat was established by King Ramesuan after his attack of Chiang Mai in 1384, but this date is not match with his period of reign....
Phra Pathom Chedi Night Market or Talat Torung Ong Phra Pathom Chedi, occupies the open grounds and surrounding areas in front of the towering Phra Pathom Chedi, Thailand’s largest and most revered Buddhist stupa located in the heart of Mueang Nakhon Pathom District.
This vibrant evening gathering transforms the temple precinct into a lively food bazaar each day as the sun sets offering an extensive selection of Thai street food, local specialties, desserts, fresh fruits, and occasional non-food items like clothing or small souvenirs. The market draws a steady crowd of locals, temple visitors, and day-trippers who come to eat, stroll, and enjoy the illuminated views of the historic chedi against the night sky, creating a relaxed yet bustling atmosphere that blends spiritual reverence with everyday provincial life.
The market has operated for around 60 years or more, earning recognition as one of the pioneering night markets in Thailand that helped popularize the concept of evening street food ...
Wat Sangkhatan, also spelled Wat Sangkhathan, stands as a serene Buddhist temple in the Bang Phai area of Mueang Nonthaburi district in Nonthaburi province.
Its origins trace back to the late Ayutthaya period, when it is believed to have been constructed as Wat Sarikho by skilled artisans influenced by the Lanka-style traditions from the Sukhothai era.
The temple’s ancient roots are evident in the stylistic features of its principal Buddha image, Luang Pho To, a large seated figure in the Mara-vijaya posture reflecting U-Thong artistic elements.
For centuries, the site lay largely abandoned amid local orchards, with only the weathered Buddha image remaining as a focal point for occasional veneration by nearby residents.
Over time, villagers would invite monks from surrounding areas to receive alms offerings there, a practice that gradually led locals to refer to the place informally as Wat Sangkhatan, meaning the temple of sangha alms-giving.
The modern chapter of its history began in 1968 when Luang ...
The Ratchada Train Night Market, also known as Talad Rot Fai Ratchada, has made a welcome return to its original home. It officially reopened on March 27, 2026, at the same vibrant spot behind the Esplanade shopping mall on Ratchadaphisek Road in Bangkok, right next to the Thailand Cultural Centre MRT station (Exit 3).
The market now operates daily from 5pm to 1am, bringing back the lively atmosphere of street food, shopping stalls, live music, and colorful tents that once defined this iconic night spot.
Years ago, this location was the beating heart of one of Bangkok’s most beloved night markets.
Launched around 2015 as the second branch of the popular Train Night Market concept, it quickly gained fame for its energetic vibe, vintage-inspired stalls, affordable street eats, fashion finds, and neon-lit walkways that drew both locals and tourists in droves.
Visitors loved wandering through the rows of tents for grilled seafood, trendy snacks, retro clothing, and even live performances, all within...
