Wat Mahathat
Wat Mahathat is an important temple ruin in Ayutthaya, once associated with Buddha relics, the Supreme Patriarch, and royal religious ceremonies. Its best-known feature is a stone Buddha head enclosed by the roots of a tree, an image closely identified with the old capital. The surviving temple remains provide a wider setting for this famous detail and help visitors picture the religious importance of the site. A visit combines the distinctive tree-root Buddha with an introduction to the Buddhist heritage of the former Ayutthaya kingdom.
About this attraction
Wat Mahathat was one of the most important royal temples of the Ayutthaya Kingdom. Its atmospheric brick ruins and famous Buddha head embraced by tree roots make it an essential historical attraction.
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Visitor information
AddressChi Kun Road, Pratu Chai, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 13000, Thailand
Visit adviceAllow around 1–1.25 hours. Dress respectfully and keep your head lower than the Buddha image when photographing near the tree roots.
