Ayutthaya - St Joseph's

Anyone with time to spare who wishes to delve more deeply into Ayutthaya's history should include a visit to the French St Joseph's Cathedral on the south bank of the Chao Phraya. Restored only a short while ago the cathedral is a fitting monument to the large group of French settlers who left their country to live in Siam.

Several more wats are also located outside the walls of the old city. Much the best way to visit them is by boat along the Menam; departing from the landing-stage the trip takes about two hours.