Among the most extraordinary archaeological discoveries ever made in Thailand are the spectacular treasures hidden for centuries beneath the great temples of Ayutthaya, the former capital of the Kingdom of Siam. Today, some of these remarkable objects can be admired at the Chao Sam Phraya National Museum in Ayutthaya, where an exceptional collection of gold jewellery, royal regalia, ritual vessels, Buddhist offerings and precious objects provides a fascinating insight into t

Discover the fascinating world of U Thong Buddhist sculpture, a pivotal tradition that emerged in central Thailand between the ancient Dvaravati and Khmer/Lopburi traditions and the rise of Ayutthaya. Explore the distinctive features of U Thong Buddhas and how Khmer influence was transformed into one of the foundations of early Thai Buddhist art.