A day trip to Ang Thong, with only the best things to offer.

If time is limited, a one-day trip is an attractive option.

The reason for the trip was a desire to pay respects at a temple and enjoy delicious Pad Thai. Ayutthaya was a frequent destination, so this time I decided to explore a different province.

Ang Thong served as our round-trip destination for this trip.

Ang Thong is located approximately 105 kilometers from Bangkok, a 1.5-hour drive.

Just a short distance north of Ayutthaya.

Before embarking on your journey, indulge in a delightful breakfast at "Brighter Day's Cafe & Bistro."

The shop is located on Route 309, heading towards Ang Thong city and Pa Mok district. It is open from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Beautifully decorated, airy, and comfortable to sit in.

The restaurant offers a wide variety of savory and sweet dishes, as well as a diverse selection of beverages.

I ordered an Espresso Ice Cube. I'm not a big fan of strong coffee, so I really enjoyed this menu item.

I'm not sure if this glass is called Lavender Milk. I can't remember the name.

While the color may suggest sweetness, the taste is not overly sweet.

Nutella Brioche: The rich chocolate spread pairs perfectly with the hazelnuts and bread.

A 17-minute drive from the cafe brought us to Wat Sangkrathai (formerly known as Wat Samkrathai), an abandoned temple. The approximately 400-year-old chapel is surrounded by large banyan trees.

Upon entering the first chamber of the church, one encounters the revered Luang Pho Kaen.

The banyan tree roots that penetrate the wall look beautiful in a different way.

Entering another room, one can see three Buddha statues: Luang Pho Wan Dee, Luang Pho Suk, and Luang Pho Si.

Following our visit to Wat Sangkathai, we will proceed to Wat Muang, another renowned temple in Ang Thong province.

The Big Buddha is currently undergoing restoration, so access is restricted.

The temple grounds feature sculptures depicting the law of karma.

As one lives, so shall one be judged; when the breath departs, the consequences must be faced.

Before leaving, we stopped by to apply gold leaf to the boundary stone and made merit at the Crystal Hall.

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A short drive of approximately 10 minutes from Wat Muang will bring you to Wat Khian. When using Google Maps for navigation, be sure to type "Wat Khian" to ensure accurate directions.

This temple features murals painted by the Wisesachai school of artists during the late Ayutthaya period.

The image is still sharp, the colors are bright and relatively complete. The main feature is the use of dark indigo, which the artist skillfully uses to create beautiful lines and contrasting colors. The light green or "green tang chae" is extracted from rust, a technique developed during the reign of King Prasat Thong.

Thanks for the information from "Following the Trail of the Battle for the Throne: Temples and Palaces of Ban Phlu Luang Royal Family" by Parawan Wongruaydee.

The mural depicts the ten Jataka tales, the story of Phra Suthon, and the auspicious elephants of the ten families.

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The image depicts the original ordination hall, which is now encased within a newer structure.

The murals at Wat Khian are considered a hidden gem in Ang Thong. If you have time, I recommend stopping by to see them.

Next, we moved from the temple to visit the historical site "Phra Tamnak Kham Yat".

According to the Royal Chronicles of Ayutthaya, in 1760, Prince Uthumporn was ordained as a monk and resided at the Kham Yai Palace.

Visitors can walk through the archway to enter the main building.

The royal residence is a two-story building with four walls. Although it is somewhat dilapidated, it still retains traces of its former beauty, such as the arched windows and the projecting balconies at the front and back.

We recommend visiting in the morning or evening when it is cooler and more comfortable to walk.

It's lunchtime and our stomachs are rumbling. Let's head to Mae Lek's Pad Thai restaurant for some delicious traditional Pad Thai.

The shop is located in front of Chulamanee Temple, on Pho Thong - Ongkharak Road, on the Wat Sai canal side, Pho Thong District.

The Pad Thai here is vegetarian, with chewy noodles stir-fried with duck eggs. It's so delicious, you'll be saying "yummy" with every bite.

The shop is open daily from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

Full and ready to continue the journey. We arrived at Wat Khun Inthapramun (15 minutes drive from Pad Thai Pa Lek).

We are here to pay homage to the large reclining Buddha statue.

This temple was built during the Sukhothai period. The serene smile of the reclining Buddha statue brings a sense of peace and tranquility.

It is believed that touching the soles of the Buddha's feet will bring longevity.

To conclude our trip to Ang Thong, we visited the Ban Bang Sadet Royal Dolls Center, located next to Wat Tha Sutthawat.

This center was established upon the initiative of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother of the 9th reign, to generate income for the local community.

Crafted from clay, the "Chaw Wang" dolls embody the essence of Thai culture and daily life.

You can also view and purchase them as souvenirs or gifts.

The packaging is cute.

In addition to the royal dolls, there is a museum to visit on the top floor.

This compact museum showcases exhibitions dedicated to the reigns of King Rama IX and King Rama X, along with members of the royal family.

After a fulfilling trip, it's time to return to Bangkok.

This review may be a bit long, but we want everyone to see that there are still many unseen places and good things to visit in Thailand. In Ang Thong province, there are unseen tourist attractions, delicious food, and snacks waiting for everyone to visit.

I hope this review will give many people ideas for a one-day trip.

Thank you for reading this far. :)