Sukhothai
is a mesmerising ancient province, full of historical
places and objects which have earned the province a world
heritage title. Remarkably, the Loi Krathong festival
here is immensely grand, taking place amid an old city
atmosphere. Climbers are also welcome to scale Khao Luang.
All visitors are guaranteed to enjoy this province.
Cherish
the culture
Sukhothai
Historical Park is a world heritage
site, 12 km off the City Hall. Take Sukhothai-Tak Road
or Highway 12
which cuts through Muang Sukhothai from east to west.
On approaching the ancient city, visitors will observe
the top of numerous pagodas in many shapes as well as
sacred churches. Inside and outside Sukhothai's
ancient walls stand numerous historical sites,
70 are outside alone. The Loi Krathong festival takes
place in this park.
Inner wall attractions include Wat Mahathat sitting in
the middle of Muang Sukhothai, a highly - respected temple
with 200 pagodas sculptured in Sukhothai-style, with the
Mahathat Pagoda being the most important. Others are San
Ta Pha Daeng (Diety Shrine) , Phra Ruang's palace hill,
Wat Traphang Ngoen , King Ramkhamhaeng Monument and Ramkhamhaeng
National Museum.
Outer wall attractions include
traditional - Thai-style
building which houses the tourist centre, Sukhothai's
ancient terra cotta collection, Wat Phra Phai Luang, Wat
Sichum, Wat Saphanhin, Sareedphong Dam, Wat Chedi si Hong,
Wat Chetuphon and Wat Traphang Thonglang.
Si Satchanalai Historical Park
is the main attraction of Si Satchanalai district, housing
numerous historical objects and sites. So far, 134 historical
sites have been unearthed here , most important being
Wat Phra Si Ratanamahathat just outside the ancient Si
Satchanalai City's wall, Wat Khao Phanom Phloeng standing
on a low hill, Wat Khao Suwankhiri with a tall and giant
bell, and Wat Chang Lom with a large Lanka-styled pagoda.
Around the pagoda stand 39 miniature elephants. Remarkably,
Wat Chet Thaeo, the most beautiful temple in the province,
is also located here. To approach the park, take Highway
101 to the 64 km marker, turn left to cross the Yom River
and turn right for 2 km.
Treasure
the natural beauty
Sukhothai
Historical Park or Khao Luang Sukhothai
in Khiri Mat district, is perfect for nature lovers and
adventruers. Festooning the historical park are mountains
Narai, Phra Mae Ya and Phra Chedi aswell as Lum Garden
and Sai Rung Waterfall. Take Highway 101 till the 414
km marker and turn left for 16 km.
Si Satchanalai Historical Park
is a large prairie which houses three waterfalls - Tat
Duan, Tat Dao and Sai Khao-as also a hot spring, Tharasan
cave, and a bat cave from Si Satchanalai district, cross
the Yom River to take the Si Satchanalai - Sawankhalok
Road for 20 km, turn right at Ban Nong Or, and take Ban
Sarachit's main road for 9km.
Thai
version
12
which cuts through Muang Sukhothai from east to west.
On approaching the ancient city, visitors will observe
the top of numerous pagodas in many shapes as well as
sacred churches. Inside and outside Sukhothai's
ancient walls stand numerous historical sites,
70 are outside alone. The Loi Krathong festival takes
place in this park.