| Wat Maheyong, Ayutthaya | |
Ayutthaya Historical Park: The Ayutthaya Historical Park comprises of the ruins of temples and palaces of the capital of the ancient Ayutthaya Kingdom. The Ayutthaya Kingdom, which existed from 1351 until 1767 was one of the largest and most prosperous empires of its time. The ruins of many impressive temples and palaces give an impression of the wealth of the ancient Kingdom. The Ayutthaya Historical Park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991. Wat Maheyong is a Buddhist temple in Ayutthaya, Thailand. It was originally built in 1438, during the reign of King Borommarachathirat II, and restored in 1711 by King Thai Sa. The major buildings in this temple are its chedi (stupa) and ubosot (ordination hall). The chedi's platform is supported by 80 sculpted elephants, and its ubosot is currently under worship. |
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| Issued Country | Thailand |
| Issued Year | 02.04.1994 |
| Category | Buddhist Architect World Heritage Buddhist Landscape |
| Type | Maximum Card |