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Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya is the capital district of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, central Thailand. Its former name as the capital city of Ayutthaya Kingdom was "Krungthep Thawarawadi Si Ayutthaya" .HistoryAccording to George Coedes, tradition states Ramathibodi I founded Dvaravati Sri Ayudhya in 1350.Created in 1897, the district was originally called Rop Krung (รอบกรุง). The district name was changed to Krung Kao (กรุงเก่า) in 1917. In 1957 the name was changed to Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya. to commemorate the old capital city of the Ayutthaya kingdom. This makes it unique among Thailand's capital districts, the rest of which are named Amphoe Mueang followed by the name of province.GeographyNeighboring districts are Bang Pahan, Nakhon Luang, Uthai, Bang Pa-in, Bang Sai and Bang Ban.AdministrationThe district is subdivided into 21 subdistricts . In addition to the city of Ayutthaya there are other municipal areas. Ayothaya is a town which covers part of the tambon Phai Ling, Hantra and Khlong Suan Phlu.