Wat Phra Ngam - Tourist attractions in Ayutthaya | Ayutthaya

Wat Phra Ngam is a hidden gem of Ayutthaya. This landmark may seem simple at first glance, but its highlight is the "Gate of Time," an ancient archway lined with Bodhi trees – like something out of a fantasy film! Tourists love taking photos here, as the mystical beauty and harmonious blend of nature and ancient art make this place a true paradise.

1. Wat Phra Ngam (Khlong Sra Bua) – abandoned historical site

This temple is known for its unique beauty and singularity.

Location: In the Khlong Sra Bua historical site complex, north of Ayutthaya Island, Khlong Sra Bua subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya district

Status: Abandoned temple, presumably abandoned after the second fall of Ayutthaya in 1767.

History: There is no definitive evidence for the building's construction, but archaeological findings suggest it was built around 1767 AD. The floor plan is in keeping with the style popular in the early Ayutthaya period.

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The “Gate of Time” is an ancient temple gate surrounded by the roots of a Bodhi tree over 100 years old, which wind around and enclose the entire gate, creating the impression of a transition from the past to the present.

At certain times, especially in the evening when golden sunlight shines through the gate, a beautiful image appears, conveying the feeling of traveling through time. This is the origin of the name "Gate of Time".

The temple sits atop an octagonal chedi located in front of the ordination hall. It is surrounded by a wall and a moat.

2. Wat Phra Ngam (Ban Pom) – A temple with resident monks.

This temple houses monks in a different location than the abandoned temple in Khlong Srabue.

Location: Ban Pom subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya district, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province.

Status: A public temple. It belongs to the Mahanikaya sect of Buddhism.

Additional information: A map search shows that the location displayed is Wat Phra Ngam in the Ban Pom subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si ward, Ayutthaya. Religious and monastic activities take place at this temple.

When most people talk about “Wat Phra Ngam, Ayutthaya”, they are thinking of Wat Phra Ngam (Khlong Srabue), famous for its “Gate of Time”, a beautiful, abandoned historical site that is a popular photo subject.

Address: Wat Phra Ngam, Ban Pom Subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province 13000

(This temple can be found on the map using the coordinates of the currently active temple.)