Thepphee Bridge, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province

The Monkey Bridge or Theppa Bridge (Theppa Bridge) is located within Phranakhon Si Ayutthaya Rajabhat University on the remains of an ancient canal, “Khlong Pratu Theppa”, which was once an important canal in the island city of Ayutthaya. 🏛️ Short history The Monkey Bridge (also known as Khlong Pratu Thepsa or Khlong Pratu Luang Theppa-Arjun) was once a large canal large enough for three boats carrying royal letters to pass through. The name “Theppa” comes from Luang Theppa-Arjun (surname Mee), who was the director of the bridge construction, designed by Persian craftsmen until it became a beautiful lotus-shaped arch bridge. This canal used to have a large community of people of many races, including Thais, Indians (Persian Muslims), Chinese, and Brahmins. It was an area of ​​diplomatic communities and a center of trade. ✅ Current condition Currently, the canal has become shallow and disappeared over time, but traces of the canal can still be seen on the Monkey Bridge structure within the university. The Faculty of Fine Arts building was built across the canal in the past. As a result, the Fine Arts Department has resolved to demolish it since 2017, but the restoration work has not progressed. #Street food #Get a discount without relying on luck