Iconic Head of Buddha in Banyan tree of Wat Mahathat, Ayutthaya © Jojie Alcantara

The ruins of the historic city of Ayutthaya have been listed by the UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, a monumental site of outstanding value to humanity. The total area of the World Heritage property is 289 hectares. Today, visitors come in droves to explore its mystery and experience the serenity and deep history found within these immense walls.