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If you are looking for a holiday destination full of sacredness and history, "Wat Phra Sri Rattana Mahathat, Lopburi" is a place you shouldn't miss. This temple is a large abandoned temple with a vast area of 20 rai, located near Lopburi Railway Station. Architectural and sculptural evidence indicates that this temple was built and restored continuously over many eras. It is assumed that it was first built in the 18th-19th centuries of the Buddhist era, about 100 years before the establishment of Ayutthaya, and was extensively restored during the reign of King Narai the Great, including the reign of King Borommakot.
The most prominent highlight is the "Main Prang," which is located in the middle of the temple and surrounded by a cloister. This Prang is built of laterite and decorated with beautiful stucco. There is a gable projecting to the east. To the north and south are small Prang. In addition, within the temple area, there are important ancient monuments such as "Viharn Luang" or "Nine-Room Vihara," which was built during the reign of King Narai the Great. It is a large Vihara with doors and windows in the Gothic (pointed arch) style of French architecture, which is a unique feature rarely seen in Thai ancient monuments.
Walking around Wat Phra Sri Rattana Mahathat on a holiday will bring you happiness from admiring the art that reflects the diversity of culture. Both Lopburi and Ayutthaya art are harmoniously combined. In addition to the main Prang and Viharn Luang, there are many surrounding pagodas and Prangs that were built at different times. Anyone who likes to take pictures and study history is guaranteed to get both beautiful pictures and knowledge back. Don't forget to prepare to experience the greatness of ancient civilization that has been registered as a national ancient monument since 1936.
