PS 20: BANG PA-IN PALACE AND AYUTTHAYA
The old Capital of Siam (Before changed to Thailand) is 70 km. North of Bangkok. Before reaching Ayutthaya, visit the beautiful Bang Pa-In Palace. The summer palace of King Rama V. Beautifully combined architecture of Thai, Chinese and European buildings. Proceed to Ayutthaya. This old Capital was sacked by Burmese in the 18th. Century, many of the monasteries and temples were destroyed. There are still many buildings left, to see the beautiful Ayutthaya architect.