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Visit Wat Phanom Yong (Ayutthaya)
Presentation Wat Phanom Yong
The original temple built on Wat Phanom Yong site was probably built during the reign of King Narai in the 17th century. Legend says that the area was once a garden belonging to a royal nanny (Phra Nom) of the King named Yong and that after her death a temple was built and named in her honor. Over time, people did not pronounce the ''r'' which explains the current name of the temple. Wat Phanom Yong was deserted after the fall of Ayutthaya in 1767 and was rebuilt during the reign of King Chulalongkorn (1868-1910) and the former residence of Phra Nom Yong is now a memorial located on the opposite bank of the canal.
The temple houses a long reclining Buddha covered in gold and its ordination hall has very beautiful colorful murals.
Practical information about Wat Phanom Yong
No admission fee
How to get to Wat Phanom Yong ?
Wat Phanom Yong is located just outside the central islet of Ayutthaya, not far from the Million Toys Museum. You can get there easily by bicycle from Wat Lokaya Sutharam for instance. Otherwise, hire a tuk-tuk.Search visits in Thailand by destination
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Rules to respect when visiting a temple
Wat Phanom Yong is a temple and when you visit a temple in Thailand there are some rules to know and follow :
- Dress properly (knees and shoulders should be covered)
- Take off your shoes when entering the buildings
- Be quiet
- Don't hug or kiss
- Don't point your feet to Buddha's image
- Don't smoke
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