Wat Chakkrawat วัดจักรวรรดิ์
Wat Jakrawan (Chakrawan), also called Wat Chao Mon, is a restored ruin located off the city island in the eastern area of Ayutthaya near the train station.
The temple ruin is situated on the west bank of Khlong Ayodhya. Wat Kudi Dao lies opposite of it, while to the north stands Wat Ayodhya. On its west side is Wat Pradu Songtham.
The monastery derives its name from the "Traiphum", the three-world system. The ancient Theravada tradition saw a flat world with Heaven above and Hell below, which was later modified to a ten thousand world vision.
According to the Traiphum, the universe has been for ever occupied by an infinite number of Chakrawans (groups of worlds) all exactly similar, and each embracing a world of men, with a series of heavens and hells. Each of these worlds (solar systems) depends on a central mountain named
Phra Meru. Around Mount Meru are eight circular belts of ocean, divided from each other by seven annular mountains ...
The Takia Yokhin Ratchamit Chincha Siam Mosque, commonly known as Takia Yokhin Mosque or Masjid Chao Phra Khun Takia, is a historic mosque with over 400 years of history, established during the Ayutthaya Kingdom in 1610 . It stands as a significant cultural and religious landmark in Ayutthaya, reflecting the multicultural trade hub of the era, with connections to Persian, Indian, and other Muslim communities. This mosque is not only a place of Islamic worship but also a unique symbol of interfaith harmony, attracting both Muslims and Buddhists who visit to seek blessings.
Established in 1610 (BE 2153) by Sheikh Ahmad Qomi (also known as Chao Phra Khun Takia or Sheikh Ahmad Maimum Shah Allahyar), a Shiite mystic from India who spread Islam with Sufi-inspired practices, using miracles and spiritual feats to draw followers.
Originally, the site was a Buddhist temple called Wat Thep Chumphon (or Wat Chetupol). A resident monk, inspired by Takia’s miracles, converted to Islam, leading to the temple’s ...
Wat Phra Khao, also known as Wat Thep Phithak Punnaram, is a Buddhist temple located in the Pak Chong District of Nakhon Ratchasima Province, Thailand. It is situated on Khao Siat A hill in Ban Klang Dong, approximately 2 km off the Mittraphap Highway (the main road from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima). The temple is nestled amid lush greenery near Khao Yai National Park, making it a scenic spot for visitors traveling between Bangkok and the Isan region.
The origins of Wat Phra Khao are believed to date back to the Ayutthaya period (1351–1767), though exact founding details remain uncertain. The temple underwent significant development in the late 20th century. In 1997, a new chapel was constructed to replace an older, dilapidated one. Around this time, the temple’s most iconic feature—a massive white Buddha statue—was built, elevating its status as a local landmark.
The statue, officially named Phra Buddha Sakolsima Mongkhon, was bestowed this name by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej ...
Wat Ko Kaew Ketsadaram (วัดเกาะแก้วเกษฎาราม), located north of Ayutthaya’s historic city island in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, Thailand, is an active Buddhist temple with roots in the late Ayutthaya Kingdom and significant developments during the Ratanakosin period.
Known as the “Monastery of the Crystal Island,” it reflects the region’s spiritual and cultural heritage, enhanced by its serene setting near the Pa Sak River. The temple’s history intertwines with military campaigns, royal patronage, and early 20th-century conservation efforts, with its mural paintings serving as a key artistic feature preserved under King Rama V’s initiatives.
Wat Ko Kaew Ketsadaram was formally established in 1868 (BE 2411) by Phraya Yamarat, the governor of Korat (modern Nakhon Ratchasima), following his victorious military campaign in Luang Prabang, Laos. Historical accounts suggest Phraya Yamarat rested in the area at Ban Chang Saeng and founded the temple to ...
