📜 Situated on the banks of the Chao Phraya river in Ayutthaya, Wat Tha Ka Rong is a unique blend of temple and floating market. 🔍 Known as the 'monastery of the crying crow', it dates back to the mid-16th century and is known for its colorful, kitschy blend of religious site and amusement arcade. # Why Go 🎨 Experience a unique blend of colorful kitsch, traditional religious site, and animatronics 🍜 Enjoy authentic Thai dishes at the floating market for cheap prices 🚽 Visit the award-winning "Best Toilet Award" facility 🐠 Feed catfish by the river, a popular local activity 🚶‍♂️ Offers a more authentic experience, mostly frequented by locals # Tips 🗓️ Visit on a weekend to experience the full floating market 🚌 Easily accessible from Bangkok by bus (80-100 Baht, <2 hrs) or train (22 Baht, 2.5 hrs) 🚲 Explore Ayutthaya's attractions by bike or take a tuk-tuk (around 200 Baht to the temple) # Hours 🕒 Open all week, floating market operates on weekends.