Loyalty Memorial Site (Thung Hantra)

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Open Days: Daily

Opening Hours: 05.00 – 19.00

 

Loyalty Memorial Site (Thung Hantra) If you want an Ayutthaya stop that feels open, airy, and meaningful without starting your morning in the most crowded historical zones, Loyalty Memorial Site (Thung Hantra) is an easy win. The site sits on the foundation of a large royal-commemoration public park and has been further developed into a memorial space that works for multiple moods in one visit: paying respects, taking a gentle walk, light exercise, photo-taking, and slowly reading the symbolism through how the space has been arranged.

 

The area is often described as connected to a royal-commemoration park of about 143 rai, planned to reflect “local highlights” from all 16 districts of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya in a layout that feels a bit like a miniature-city concept. So if you explore with intention, you are not simply looping around a park. You are walking through a curated sequence meant to express collective effort, loyalty, and provincial pride in one shared landscape.

 

The most memorable landmark for many visitors is the commemorative Buddha image with a height of 9.84 meters. This number is commonly explained symbolically: the “9” is associated with King Rama IX, and “84” marks an 84th birthday commemoration. Even if you are not the type to read heavy history, you can still sense that the place was designed to function both as a public park and as a space of remembrance at the same time.

 

What separates this site from an ordinary public park is the way you can “walk the story.” If you pass through quickly, you will see a broad green area with a main worship point. But if you let the visit unfold, the layout begins to feel sequential: entering the main zone first, then gradually encountering elements that represent district identities. That style of walking adds texture to an Ayutthaya day trip, because it becomes less about only temple check-ins and more about reading the city through a civic memorial landscape.

 

For the most comfortable atmosphere and softer photos, early morning or late afternoon tends to be the best. The space is wide and fairly open, so morning feels calm and gentle, while evening light brings warmer tones. You may also see more locals walking or exercising later in the day, which gives the place a “lived-in” energy without turning it into a crowded attraction.

 

In terms of timing, 45–90 minutes is a solid baseline for walking the main zone, taking photos, and resting briefly. If you like slow strolling or detailed photography, it can easily become a 1–2 hour stop because the open layout makes it comfortable to keep moving without feeling boxed in. It also helps balance a full day that includes busier temple clusters where walking is heavier and crowds are thicker.

 

For photos that feel like a story rather than a simple park snapshot, try three layers: (1) a wide shot showing how expansive the space is, (2) a focused shot of the commemorative Buddha image as the main anchor, and (3) small details such as paths, trees, and people using the park to show real-life atmosphere rather than a static landmark.

 

Getting There If you are driving from Bangkok, take Asia Road (Highway 32 / AH1 / AH2) and continue past the Ayutthaya intersection area (near the Provincial Hall zone) toward Hantra Subdistrict. Local directions often mention recognizable points along the way such as Rajamangala University of Technology Suvarnabhumi (Hantra area) and signage leading into the park/memorial site. Follow the signs to the main entrance. If you do not have a car, travel to Ayutthaya city by train or van first, then continue by local taxi or hired transport. As usual in Ayutthaya, it helps to agree on the fare and stops clearly before you start so the trip stays smooth.

 

To keep the place pleasant as both a shared public park and a remembrance space, the basics matter: keep the area clean, use the space respectfully, avoid excessive noise, and be mindful not to disturb visitors who come to exercise or spend time with family. The charm here is the overall atmosphere. The calmer and cleaner it feels, the more the site’s dignity and comfort come through.

 

 

A: It is in Hantra Subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, and serves as a public park and remembrance space developed from a royal-commemoration park area.

 

A: It is generally open daily from 05.00 to 19.00, and admission is free.

 

A: The key landmark is the 9.84-meter commemorative Buddha image, along with the broader concept that reflects local highlights from all 16 districts of the province.

 

A: Plan about 45–90 minutes for the main zone and photos. If you enjoy strolling or detailed photography, 1–2 hours can feel just right.

 

A: Early morning or late afternoon is usually best for cooler air and softer light, especially because the space is quite open.

 

A: Keep the area clean, use the space respectfully, avoid excessive noise, and be considerate of people who come to exercise or spend time with family since it is a shared public park.