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If we talk about the greatness of the old capital that amazes visitors with its "gigantic" size, this is the place to be: "Wat Lokayasutha," one of the important abandoned temples on the west side of the Royal Palace, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province. It is outstanding with the Buddha image in the posture of Nirvana or the largest reclining Buddha image within the island of Ayutthaya, which reflects the prosperity of Buddhist art and the strong faith of the Siamese people in the past that still remains evidence of its greatness to the present.
The reclining Buddha image at Wat Lokayasutha is 42 meters long and 8 meters high. The face is full of compassion and serenity. Although the Buddha image is currently enshrined outdoors amidst the ruins of ancient monuments, in the past there was a large chapel protecting it. The remaining condition gives a solemn and charming feeling, attracting tourists from all over the world to capture impressive images, especially wide-angle shots that show the creamy white Buddha image contrasting with the clear sky and the red brick line of the ancient ruins in the background.
Another special feature is its location, which is close to the ancient palace area and Wat Worachet (in the city), making Wat Lokayasutha an important historical connection point. Walking around the ancient monuments, you will see the base of the building and the ruins of the pagoda that evoke the imagination of the grandeur of the capital in the past. The atmosphere here is quite open, with a comfortable breeze, suitable for slow-life walks in the morning or evening when the sunlight is dim, creating shadows that make the Buddha image look more dimensional and beautiful.
This holiday, if anyone wants to experience the word "City of the Great Buddha" in its truest sense, "Sookjai Weekend" recommends visiting Wat Lokayasutha. In addition to paying respects to the beautiful reclining Buddha image for good fortune, you will also learn about history in one of the most peaceful and beautiful corners of Ayutthaya. You are guaranteed to have both happiness and beautiful photos to upload to social media.
