The ancient city of Ayuttaya. The Thai capital for 417 years, it is one of Thailand's major tourist attraction. Many ancient ruins and art works can be seen in a city that was founded in 1350 by King U-Thong. During the period that Ayuttaya was the Thai capital, 33 kings of 5 dynasties ruled the kingdom until it was destroyed by the Burmese in 1767.

Ayutthaya
Riding on the Elephant's Back


　　


　　　　




The tourist attraction here is to ride on the elephant'sback and walk around part of the old capital. Thedistance is not far because there are many touristswaiting for their turns, and the owner does not wantelephants to be too tired. Experience this riding whileyou are in Ayutthaya.




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