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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

    • 1

      Seeing Buddha head in tree roots

    • 2

      Exploring ancient ruins

    • 3

      Historical photography

    • 4

      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

    peak

    Feb

    33°/22°C

    high

    Mar

    35°/24°C

    high

    Apr

    36°/25°C

    moderate

    May

    34°/25°C

    low

    Jun

    33°/25°C

    low

    Jul

    33°/25°C

    low

    Aug

    33°/25°C

    low

    Sep

    32°/24°C

    low

    Oct

    32°/24°C

    moderate

    Nov

    31°/23°C

    high

    Dec

    31°/21°C

    peak
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