Wat Ayodhya Temple
Wat Ayodhya, also known as Wat Deim, is a historical temple located in Tambon Hantra, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province.
According to the Northern Chronicles, the area where the temple is located was once a royal palace during the Ayutthaya period. The temple was later established as a place of worship by the king, and it served as the center of the city of Ayutthaya.
The temple is also known for its ancient ruins and is considered an important historical site.
The temple is home to several notable structures, including a stupa, an ordination hall, and a shrine dedicated to King Naresuan.
The main stupa, known as the Phra Si Sakyamuni, is a significant structure that has been the subject of various restoration efforts. The temple is also recognized as a national heritage site, having been declared as such in 1943. The temple's historical significance is further highlighted by its mention in the Sri Chum Inscription, which dates back to the 14th ...
Wat Klang, also known as Wat Klang Bang Pla Ma, is a historic Buddhist temple in Suphan Buri Thailand.
The current iteration was established in 1887 with its boundaries officially recognized in 2015, this public temple belongs to the Mahayana sect of Thai Buddhism. It holds historical significance, believed to have been a prosperous site during the Ayutthaya period, reflecting the region’s rich Buddhist heritage.
The temple’s original forested area, which contributed to its alternate name, Wat Suan Pa Patthana Tham, was divided by Highway 340 (Suphan Buri–Bang Bua Thong–Lat Lum Kaeo), separating the Suan Pa (forest garden) from the main temple grounds. Spanning approximately 4.5 acres, Wat Klang remains a cultural and religious landmark in Suphan Buri.
Its sacred objects include ancient Buddha statues carved from red sandstone and green mortar stone, a chedi containing holy relics with murals depicting the Buddha’s life in its interior hall and hell scenes with annotated punishments on ...
Wat Yannawa วัดยานนาวา commonly known in English as "the boat temple", is a Buddhist temple in Bangkok. The temple has a long history from the Ayutthaya era to the present. During the rule of King Rama III, a viharn was built in the shape of a Chinese junk, giving the temple the nickname "the boat temple". This construction inside the temple houses a space where people pray; a nearby ubosot enshrines Buddha images and illustrations of the Loi Prathip Royal Lantern Festival (พระราชพิธีลอยพระประทีป). Additional exterior buildings enshrine a Buddha relic from Sri Lanka and the Goddess of Mercy.
The temple was built during the Ayutthaya Kingdom, before the founding of Bangkok. It was originally called Wat Kok Khwai (วัดคอกควาย) because the community of Dawei people in the area bought and sold buffalo; later, it was renamed as Wat Kok Krabue (วัดคอกกระบือ).
During the reigh of King Rama I, the ...
Thai League 1, also known as the Thai Premier League, is the top tier of professional football in Thailand, showcasing the country’s best clubs competing for domestic glory. Organized by the Football Association of Thailand, the league features a mix of historic teams, rising clubs, and passionate fan bases, with matches known for their intensity and vibrant atmospheres. It serves as a platform for local talent to shine alongside international players, contributing to Thailand’s growing football culture.
The league typically runs from August to May, with teams battling for the championship, AFC Champions League qualification, and to avoid relegation to Thai League 2.
Muang Thong United vs. Ayutthaya United Matchup
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