Wat Ratchaburana

Wat Ratchaburana is located in Tha Wasukri Subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya District, near Wat Mahathat and the Ancient Royal Palace. It was built in 1424 by King Borommarachathirat II (also known as King Sam Phraya) to cremate the remains of King Intharacha, his father. Main Prang: The central prang is a large, traditional Thai-style structure with a high base, surrounded by smaller stupas on all four sides. Inside, there are three chambers containing numerous Buddha relics and statues. In 1956, the prang's chambers were illicitly excavated, and many treasures were stolen. Later, the Fine Arts Department restored the site and recovered some remaining artifacts, which are now displayed at the Chao Sam Phraya National Museum. The temple is part of the Ayutthaya Historical Park and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.