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Ayutthaya, Thailand
Wat Mahathat
4.7(38000 reviews)
historical
About Wat Mahathat
Wat Mahathat was one of the most important temples of the Ayutthaya Kingdom. The Buddha head embedded within a tree is one of Thailand’s most iconic images. The ruins include prangs, chedis, and ancient assembly halls.
Best time to visit: November to January
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What you'll experience
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Seeing Buddha head in tree roots
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Exploring ancient ruins
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Historical photography
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Learning Ayutthaya history
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Visit Information
Opening Hours
Monday - Friday8 AM to 6 PM
Saturday8 AM to 6 PM
Sunday8 AM to 6 PM
Entry Fee
Thai Visitors฿50
Foreign Visitors฿250
Best Time to Visit
November to January
Location
Ayutthaya, Thailand
Contact
For inquiries: N/A
Best Time to Visit
Recommended: November to January
Jan
32°/21°C
peakFeb
33°/22°C
highMar
35°/24°C
highApr
36°/25°C
moderateMay
34°/25°C
lowJun
33°/25°C
lowJul
33°/25°C
lowAug
33°/25°C
lowSep
32°/24°C
lowOct
32°/24°C
moderateNov
31°/23°C
highDec
31°/21°C
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