Knowledge of the History of Ayutthaya from San Somdet

Abstract

This article purpose to study the knowledge of Ayutthaya history from the San Somdet. The results of the study found that San Somdet is an important historical document from the exchange of handwritten comments between Prince Damrong Rajanubhab with Prince Narisara Nuwattiwon is knowledge in the study of Ayutthaya history,  the two Princes relied on the analysis of knowledge in various fields such as craftsmanship, surveys and travels. Reading and analyzing evidence from the royal chronicles or foreign documents. It is a perspective on history regarding the past, Intharaphisek Ceremony and the subtraction of the era of King Prasat Thong. Buddhism in the Siamese Nikaya in Lanka and the work of pearl craftsmanship during the reign of King Boromakot. Yodia dance and bronze idols of Ayutthaya period in Burma, etc.