Wat Thammikarat

Wat Thammikarat is an active Theravada Buddhist temple and archaeological site within the Ayutthaya Historical Park in Pratu Chai Subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Thailand. Predating the founding of the Ayutthaya Kingdom in 1350, it is notable for its large bell-shaped chedi encircled by lion sculptures, a large reclining Buddha, ancient Khmer-style prang, and excavated Dvaravati-period bronze Buddha images. It remains both a place of worship and a protected historic site.

Visitors can expect an active temple compound combined with an archaeological park. The central area features a large bell-shaped chedi surrounded by stucco lion figures, ruins of a viharn with a large reclining Buddha image, an old Khmer-style prang, and rows of colorful rooster statues left as votive offerings. The grounds are open and flat with ancient brick ruins, mature trees, and active prayer halls where locals make merit. The site is less crowded than central Ayutthaya temples and allows walking around the chedi, viharn ruins, and shrine buildings.