Wat Borom Puttharam, Ayutthaya | Timings, How to Reach

Wat Borom Puttharam, Ayutthaya Overview

Wat Borom Phuttharam also called Wat Borom Buddharam is a Buddhist temple on the southeast side of the city of Ayutthaya. King Phet Racha was built on the Rajabhat University grounds in 1689, that underwent some major renovations during the reign of King Borommakot.

The temple site still has two main Chedis, an Ubosot or prayer room and a Vihara or sermon hall. The Ubosot houses a beautiful sandstone Buddha image in the meditation posture. Often referred to as 'Wat Krabueang Khlueap' or 'The Temple of 'Glazed Tiles', Wat Borom Phuttharam hosts a range of unique yellow-coloured roof tiles designed by a specialist named Muen Chantaraj. However, since these cannot be seen anymore, as most of the roof hasn't survived.

How to Reach Wat Borom Puttharam

Like other places in Ayutthaya, the best way to reach this temple is by road.
By Bicycle
You can rent a bicycle at THB 61 per day from various places in Ayutthaya and cycle to this serene temple.

By Bike
If you want to avoid exercising, you can rent a bike for THB 305 to THB 429 per day from various places in the city to reach this temple.

By Tuk-Tuk
You can take a Tuk-Tuk from the city to travel to this temple comfortably. At just THB 305 per hour, it’s also not a very expensive option either.

By Rental Car
You can rent a car from some places in the city, but this is an expensive option.

By Foot
You could also walk and explore Ayutthaya by foot. You could Google your way and walk to Wat Borom Phuttharam from wherever you are in the city.

Wat Borom Puttharam Architecture

During the temple renovation in King Bormommakot's time, three pairs of door panels with mother-of-pearl inlay were specially created for the Ubosot. Although all three-door panels survived after the 1767 Ayutthaya destruction, they have been relocated to other sites in Bangkok.

One pair is installed at the library at Wat Pra Kaeo or the Royal Monastery of the Emerald Buddha. Another pair is housed at Wat Benjamabophit Dusitharam. The last extremely damaged pair was converted into a cabinet that is currently displayed at the Bangkok National Museum.