Borom Phuttharam Temple is one of the most important historical monuments of late-period Ayutthaya. It was constructed around 1689 CE during the reign of King Phetracha, the first monarch of the Ban Phlu Luang Dynasty. The king ordered the temple to be built on the site of his former residence in the Pa Tong area, as a royal memorial and as an offering dedicated to Buddhism. As such, Borom Phuttharam Temple is regarded as a principal temple of the last royal dynasty to rule the Ayutthaya Kingdom.

The temple was especially renowned for its architectural innovation, most notably the ordination hall roof covered with glazed tiles, which was a rare and advanced feature in the late Ayutthaya period. When sunlight reflected off the yellow-green glazed tiles, the structure appeared brilliantly radiant, earning it the popular nickname “the Glazed Tile Temple.” This distinctive feature symbolized the artistic sophistication and technological advancement of Ayutthaya at its height_.

During the reign of King Borommakot, the temple underwent a major restoration. The king commissioned the creation of three pairs of elaborately carved decorative doors, representing masterful craftsmanship of the late Ayutthaya era. These exquisite wooden doors have been carefully preserved and are now housed in the National Museum Bangkok and the Phra Monthian Tham Hall.

Today, Borom Phuttharam Temple remains as ruins consisting of the ordination hall, assembly hall, and the principal prang, which displays the tall and slender proportions characteristic of late Ayutthaya art. Although much of the original structure has been lost, the massive Buddha base, brick walls, and clearly defined layout still convey the former grandeur and sacred significance of the temple.

The temple is now situated within the grounds of Phranakhon Si Ayutthaya Rajabhat University, creating a calm and contemplative atmosphere suitable for exploring historical remains. Borom Phuttharam Temple serves as an important link between traditional residential districts such as Pa Din Sor and royal authority. A visit to this site offers valuable insight into Ayutthaya’s urban planning, where religious spaces, political power, and everyday life were harmoniously integrated.

Private Car:

• From Asia Road, enter Ayutthaya via Rojana Road. Cross Pridi-Phanomyong Bridge, drive almost to the end, and turn left into the Rajabhat University campus. The temple is on your left.

Public Transport:

• Take a van from Bangkok to Chao Phrom Market, then a "Hua Gob" Tuk-Tuk to "Wat Borom inside Rajabhat."

Train:

• Get off at Ayutthaya Station, take the ferry to the city island, and take a motorbike taxi or bike along Rojana Road.

Neighboring Site:

• The temple is adjacent to Saphan Pa Dinso. It is recommended to walk over to see one of the best-preserved pointed-arch brick bridges.

Dress Code:

• As it is located in a university and is a sacred site, please dress politely (shoulders and knees covered).

Photography:

• Early morning before 10:00 AM or late afternoon provides soft lighting that enhances the textures of the bricks and the prang.

Regulations:

• Please remain quiet as classes may be in session, and avoid climbing on the ruins to help preserve the national heritage.

Admission Fee

• Local visitors: Free

• Foreign visitors: Free

Opening Hours

• Daily: 08:00 – 17:00