"A Tour of Temples in Ayutthaya" Wat Ratchaburana: Raja Burana Temple

This is a pagoda located in the northeast corner of Rama Park. It was built in 1424 by the seventh king of the Ayutthaya dynasty. It has been passed down to this day and has high historical value. In 1957, it was found in the basement of the pagoda. A large number of gold jewelry and precious cultural relics have made this pagoda famous.

The time and space background of Wat RatchaBurana is a story of brothers' dismemberment...

Because the two sons of King Intharachathirat (King Intharachathirat), Ay and Yi, respectively ruled Suphanburi and Sanburi, they vie for the throne after the death of their father. Both brothers are dead.Therefore, the youngest son, such as Chao Sam Phraya (Chao Sam Phraya), took over the throne from the south of Phitsanulok and became King Borommatrailokanat II (King Borommatrailokanat II). The temple was built in 1424. The father and the two The elder brother held a cremation here and built two more towers to bury his ashes.

In September 1957, thieves dug up the main tower and stole many valuable treasures. Later, the Thai Culture and Art Agency and UNESCO began to actively restore the monuments, and many more gold pieces were dug up in the main tower. There are Buddha statues and handicrafts, and a ladder has been dug so that visitors can go down the stairs to admire the murals in the tower.As soon as you enter the main tower, you will first see the slides of the treasures unearthed here, and then down the steep and narrow stairs, you can enter the core of the main tower, a small square platform with grooves on three sides, grooved walls and The tops are painted with rich colors and detailed patterns. It is the oldest painting found in Thailand and is worth seeing.

In addition, it is recommended to arrange the itinerary. La Gabrana Temple is relatively uncovered and it will be very hot. In addition to paying attention to sun protection and carrying parasols, it is better to visit early in the morning!

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The entrance.

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Very lovely students, after asking for permission, took a photo with me very enthusiastically.

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The main tower is a Khmer-style building.

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You can see the whole picture of the ancient city when you climb the stupa.

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Around here are the broken walls of the temple, the shattered Buddha, and the smiling Buddha with closed eyes.

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Let Wendy act as a scale to let everyone know that the main tower is ancient and magnificent. (At the red arrow)

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During the visit, a statue of Guanyin was unexpectedly found.

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◎ Wat Ratchaburana (Rachaburana Temple)
– Address: Chikun, Tha Wasukri, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, 13000, Thailand
-Admission fee: 50 baht
-Business hours: 09:00-17:00

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