The Study of Local History of Ban Mai Subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province to Promote Tourism

Abstract

This research aims to study 1) to study the development of local history, 2) to survey historical sites and significant locations within the community, and 3) to study the history of notable figures in Ban Mai Subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province. This research is a documentary study that primarily utilizes historical documents and evidence, including both primary and secondary sources, from the National Library and the National Archives. The gathered materials were analyzed through content analysis focusing on the study area.

The study results 1) Ban Mai Subdistrict was originally known as "Ban Mai Makham Yong" and was mentioned in the Royal Chronicles of Ayutthaya. It was an important historical site during key events such as the war in which Queen Suriyothai was killed in battle and King Naresuan was recorded as a brave with his sword leading his troops to beat the Burmese camp. After the fall of Ayutthaya to the Burmese, Ban Mai was abandoned for a period of time. However, the community was revived during the early Rattanakosin period, and people began to resettle. After administrative reforms during the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), Ban Mai Makham Yong became parts of the suburban. After the change of regime in 1932, was changed name to "Ban Mai Subdistrict." 2) The exploration of Historical Building and significant landmarks includes to the Queen Suriyothai Memorial, Wat Pho Pheuak, Wat Bamrung Tham, Wat Buakhao, Wat Kudi Lai, Wat Sam Chin, Wat Ket, and Wat Chan Prathet. And 3) The history of figures in the area that is Mr. Samran Koetphon, a National Artist in Performing Arts, Mr. Sawai Detsri, and Mr. Thawip Duangnimitt, renowned Thai woodcarving artists. These important people have passed on their knowledge to the residents of Ban Mai and become a local characteristics career with the current and contributes to the future development of community-based tourism.