One and half hour train ride later, we got off at a non-assuming train station. You won't be able guess that this is a hot tourist spot.
The guest house we are staying in is close to the ancient palace. We took 2 bicycles and rode around to do some sight-seeing. It is great not to rely on public transport.
There are many Buddhist temples ' ruins within the ancient palace compound. The children are keen to see the largest reclining outdoor Buddha, having seen the largest reclining Buddha in Wat Pho in Bangkok.
These ancient ruins fascinate me. I always thought it is very romantics to wander through all the were once there and try to imagine the splendor and glory that the place once held.
Throughout the afternoon, I gently debated with the children as to who created these places and where are they now?
All are created by mind and eventually all are dissolved by mind.
I think the Siamese did not build the magnificent architect for tourist to wander around today. Likewise, in 500 years time, New York city may become a ruin for tourist to visit to see the glory of the 21 century.
However, it is hard to see this change coz we hold on to New Year city so tightly and we believe that it will always be there like the way it is now.
Looking at Ayutthaya,I must remember emptiness - everything I see does not really exist the same way I believe it to exist!
Verdict-Ayutthaya a big thumb up. Buddhas, ruins, laid back, friendly and relaxing!!!! Of all the places we have been through to date this is one of my favorite.
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Location:Ayutthaya, Thailand
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