Wat Phutthaisawan
วัดพุทไธศวรรย์
A white Khmer-style prang temple on the southern edge of the old city, its gallery lined with seated Buddhas. It also has a reclining Buddha, and the Portuguese Settlement ruins are nearby.
Wat Phutthaisawan is traditionally said to have been founded in 1353 by King U Thong, the founder of the kingdom, on the site of his old palace. Its centrepiece is a white main prang in the Khmer style, surrounded by a gallery of dozens of seated Buddha images. The temple also houses a white reclining Buddha and a modern decorated shrine hall, and the riverside setting is very pleasant. The temple is still in active use; entry is free or by donation. Located south of the old city across the Chao Phraya River, it is best reached by bicycle or tuk-tuk, and can be combined with the Portuguese Settlement and St. Joseph's Church.
Opening hours
08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- St. Joseph's Church
- Portuguese Settlement
- Ayutthaya Historical Study Centre
- Chao Sam Phraya National Museum
- Wat Phra Ram
- Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit
- Wat Phra Si Sanphet
- Baan Hollanda