Chao Sam Phraya National Museum, Ayutthaya
The Chao Sam Phraya National Museum in Ayutthaya is the second largest museum in Thailand. Opened in 1970, its comprehensive collection of Thai religious art and artifacts makes it a must see in Ayutthaya.
The collections are primarily from the Ayutthaya period and include impressive antique bronze Buddha images, carved panels, religious objects, and other local artifacts. Many of the antiques are made of gold and decorated with precious jewels.
Of special note is a receptacle in the Thai Pavilion that contains relics of the Buddha.
Quick Facts
| Location: | Rochana Road, opposite the city wall and the TAT office (see map). |
| Phone: | 0 3524 1587 |
| Hours: | Wed-Sun 9am-4pm |
| Cost: | 30B (75¢) |
- Frommer's Thailand, 6th edition.
- Tourism Authority of Thailand
- Chaosamphraya National Museum - thailandmuseum.com
More Information
- Historic City of Ayuttaya - UNESCO World Heritage
- Ayuttaya Tourism Guide - TripAdvisor
- Tri Amatayakul, The official guide to Ayutthaya and Bang Pa-in (Polyglott travel guide)
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- Derick Garnier, Ayutthaya.
Photo © thailandmuseum.com.
