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Magical Thailand | Two charming off-the-beaten-path cultural spots | Gazing at ancient history

Winter is a great time to travel to Thailand, a mysterious and charming oriental country, which holds many unknown treasures. On this beautiful and magical land, we will appreciate the unique cultural charm and feel the warm and friendly folk customs. When you travel to Thailand, I recommend you to visit these two charming off-the-beaten-path spots 🔸Historic City of Ayutthaya The Historic City of Ayutthaya, a place known as the 'eternal dynasty', although it has passed, it truly records a glorious history. As the second dynasty of Thailand, Ayutthaya was the capital of the Ayutthaya Kingdom and flourished for more than four hundred years. Here, we can feel the charm of ancient Thai civilization and immerse ourselves in the river of history. Walking in the Historic City of Ayutthaya, it seems that we can hear the drumbeats and cheers of the ancient dynasty. The old palaces and temples, in the vicissitudes of time, are already incomplete, but they constitute this ancient and solemn site. When the afterglow of the setting sun is sprinkled on these ancient buildings, the entire site seems to have a mysterious power that intoxicates people. 🔸Wat Chaiwatthanaram Continuing from the Historic City of Ayutthaya, we come to Wat Chaiwatthanaram. This Buddhist temple is located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River, outside Ayutthaya Island. It is one of the most magnificent and beautiful temples in the park, and local Thais also like to come here. The architecture of Wat Chaiwatthanaram is gorgeous, symbolizing the prosperity and peace of Thai history. In the center of the pagoda group is a large Khmer-style tower, surrounded by four small towers, and outside there are eight smaller towers and gates. The 13 tall towers are surrounded by 120 seated Buddhas, and 12 large Buddhas sit in the 8 small towers. Here, you can worship with a calm mind and feel the wisdom and compassion of Buddhism. Whether you believe or not, Wat Chaiwatthanaram will give you a sense of tranquility and peace, as if time stands still here, allowing you to reflect and purify your heart. 💗Warm tips: Both of these spots are very photogenic, suitable for wearing Thai traditional costumes for photos. There are Thai costume rentals at the entrance of the scenic area, 200 baht each time, no time limit, which is quite cost-effective. These off-the-beaten-path spots, although not as grand and bustling as Bangkok, exude another unique charm. If you like historical sites, you might as well come to the Historic City of Ayutthaya and Wat Chaiwatthanaram, and gaze at the ancient history and culture. 🌍Let's embark on this magical journey to Thailand together, gaze at the ancient history, and feel the charm of culture.🌍
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Posted: Jan 4, 2024
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