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If you are looking for an ancient site with a rich history in the Ayothaya area, "Wat Samana Kotharam" is a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts. This temple is very important because it is believed to be the family temple of Chao Phraya Kosathibodi (Lek) and Chao Phraya Kosathibodi (Pan), two close courtiers of King Narai the Great. It is also the location of the royal cremation ceremony for "Chao Mae Wat Dusit," the wet nurse of King Narai, which is considered an important event recorded in history by Kaempfer, a German physician who traveled to the area at that time.
Don't forget to take pictures of the "Maha That Chedi," of which only the base remains. It is recorded in the testimony of Khun Luang Wat Pradoo Songtham, a document from the Royal Archives, that it is one of the five great chedis that are the main pillars of the city. The term Maha That Chedi refers to the relics that enshrine the relics of the Buddha. According to records, there are 5 chedis: Wat Mahathat, Wat Phra Ram, Wat Ratchaburana, Wat Samana Kotharam, and Wat Phutthaisawan.
This place is like a historical treasure waiting for people to experience it with their own eyes on vacation. For tourists who want to soak up the atmosphere of the original "Ayothaya" outside the city island on the east side, visiting this temple to pay homage and admire the art will surely give you both happiness and knowledge.
