Tomb of Sheikh Ahmad Qomi

Sheikh Ahmad Qomi arrived in Ayutthaya from Persia with his younger brother Mohammad Said during the reign of King Naresuan (1590-1605). The two brothers became wealthy through trade with Siam, so they established brick homes in Ayutthaya. Sheikh Ahmad, also known as Chao Phraya Bovorn Racha Nayok, introduced the Shiite teachings of Islam (Chao Sen) in the city, and it is suggested that he helped put down a rebellion by foreigners against the Royal Palace. The younger brother moved back to Persia, while Sheikh Ahmad was promoted to the high position of minister of trade. He became the first Chula Rachamontri in Siam and settled down in Ayutthaya after marrying a local woman named "Chuli". His descendants include members of the esteemed Bunnag family. The shrine to Sheikh Ahmad Qomi is believed to have been erected at his family cemetery plot. In the late 1980s, a large ceremony was held to commemorate the shrine's completion. It has been renovated several times since then.

Ayutthaya Historical Research