Ayutthaya Historical Park Thailand

Ayutthaya is a UNESCO heritage site that sits on the ruins of the old city of Ayutthaya. According to our guide, the city was built in the 1200’s, or before. In the 1700’s it burned for a month.

It was about a two hour drive from our hotel and is a major tourist attraction.

There are so many blackened structures and sculptures remaining.

So much history!

We also went to the summer palace.

The gardens were massive and incredible.

Some of the sculptures are covered in gold leaf.

One interesting thing our guide said was that Thailand has tried to keep the peace and be friends of everyone. It is the only southeast Asian country that has not been colonized.

We ended our day with a boat ride for another fabulous meal. My new favorite dessert might be coconut sticky rice with mango.

Cheers

Ruth