I came here on a tour of Thailand with my colleagues. This temple ruin is a must-visit when touring Ayutthaya. Wat Phra Mahathat is famous for its Buddha head wrapped in tree roots. This Buddha head is wrapped in the roots of a large Bodhi tree. It is a holy place where many Thai people offer prayers. When taking a photo in front of the Buddha head, it is good manners to sit down so that your head is lower than the Buddha head. Don't go there without knowing and violate the etiquette.

We went on a tour to rhis area. I must say Ayutthaya is a amazing place to see, so much history behind it and so calm to be there. I walkes around this area and was amazed by the ruins that are left

Our visit to Wat Mahathat was part of a Klook tour, which made the experience convenient and informative. The highlight of this temple is undoubtedly the Buddha head entwined in the roots of a banyan tree. Seeing this iconic image in person was fascinating, and it has a unique legend behind it. The story goes that the head became embedded in the tree roots after the temple was ransacked and left in ruins, with the tree slowly growing around it over the centuries. Do I recommend coming here? It depends. If you enjoy exploring ruins and ancient sites, then yes, Wat Mahathat is worth a visit. However, if that’s not your thing, you might not find it as engaging. One thing that surprised me was the size of the Buddha head. I had imagined it to be much larger, but it’s actually quite small. Despite this, it’s still a powerful and significant sight. The heat was intense when we visited, which limited our exploration of the entire site. Fortunately, they provide umbrellas you can borrow, which was a lifesaver in the scorching sun. Our tour guide also shared an interesting detail about an eight-sided pagoda on the grounds. According to him, this pagoda brings good luck because monks pray there. This added a nice touch of cultural and spiritual significance to our visit. In summary, Wat Mahathat offers a glimpse into Thailand’s rich history and is a must-see for history buffs and those interested in ancient ruins. Just be prepared for the heat and take advantage of the umbrellas provided.

The Buddha's head incorporated into the roots of a tree is too famous. The large pagoda like other temples has collapsed, so on the other hand, this Buddha's head is the only highlight, but you can't leave without coming to Ayutthaya and seeing this. There are so many tourists lining up to take a photo, I thought the impermanence of all things was less than I thought.