Lopburi Temple Ruins
Attractions, Bangkok
Steeped in interesting history, Lopburi is full of temple ruins, which mainly date from the Ayutthaya period. Lopburi is located almost 150 kilometers north east of Bangkok, reachable in a day trip.
The temple ruins in Lopburi take you back in time: for example, the Prang Sam Yot was originally a Hindu shrine and was converted into a Buddhist temple during the reign of King Narai.
Lopburi is also well known for its Crab-eating Macaques roaming the ruins and begging for food.
Photos from Lopburi and its famous temples
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Around Bangkok: Lopburi
Lopburi is located about 154 kilometers north of Bangkok. The Lopburi Province is the home of some amazing historical sites, which will give you a better understanding of Thailand. The Lopburi was formerly known as Lawo, Lop Buri in Thailand. It was under the control of many different kingdoms because of its strategic location. It was the "feather" in the cap to all of the conquering armies.