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It was once the holiest temple of the Ayutthaya Kingdom and served as the royal chapel, used exclusively for royal religious ceremonies, similar to Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok.
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Built in 1448 by King Borommatrailokanat, it was the grandest and most beautiful temple in the capital until the city's destruction by the Burmese in 1767.
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The most prominent features are the three Sri Lankan-style chedis (stupas) that stand side-by-side, which house the ashes of three Ayutthaya kings: Borommatrailokanat, Borom Rachathirat III, and Ramathibodi II.
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Today, it is an important archaeological site attracting many visitors interested in Thai history and architecture.