Sukhothai Attractions
Sukhothai
The ancient capital of Sukhothai, the historical and cultural center of the Sukhothai period (mid 13th c. to mid 15th c.), is situated in the north of the central plain (over 400 km (248 mi.) north of Bangkok); this wide region, bordered by hills, is drained by the Menam Yom.
The ancient capital of Sukhothai, the historical and cultural center of the Sukhothai period (mid 13th c. to mid 15th c.), is situated in the north of the central plain (over 400 km (248 mi.) north of Bangkok); this wide region, bordered by hills, is drained by the Menam Yom.
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Ramkhamhaeng Museum
(Sukhothai Old City)
Nestled in the Sukothai Old Town, the Ramkhamhaeng Museum exhibits a multitude of artifacts originating from Sukothai, Si Satchanali and Kamphaeng Phet.
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Wat Mahathat
(Sukhothai Old City)
The ruins of Wat Mahathat reveal the complex once covered more than 4 ha and was surrounded by 185 chedis. A large wall encompassed the entire area.
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Wat Sra Si
(Sukhothai Old City)
Wat Sra Si in Sukothais Old Town features ten Ceylon style chedis and an impressive statue of a seated Buddha. The Temple is the site of the annual Loy Kratong (light) Festival.
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Wat Traphang Thong Lang
The impressive Wat Traphang Thong Lang, featuring beautiful stucco relief, is a popular attraction to visit in Sukothai.
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Wat Chedi Sung
The 14th C Wat Chedi Sung is one of Sukhothai's most impressive structures.
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Wat Chetuphon
(South of the City Walls)
Wat Chetuphon contains an impressive and well preserved stepping Buddha in classical Sukhothai style.
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Wat Phra Pai Luang
This old temple complex, dating from the 12th to 13th C is surrounded by a moat.
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Wat Sapan Hin
(West of the City Walls)
The hilltop Wat Sapan Hin looks out over the mountains and plain. It is home to a 12.5 m high Sukhothai style standing Buddha.
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Wat Si Chum
Wat Si Chum contains a huge seated Buddha measure 14.7 m high which likely dates to the 13th C.
East of the City Walls
There are a couple of temple ruins east of the city walls which are worth visiting.
North of the City Walls
North of the city walls
Leave the town center through the Pratu San Luang gate to reach two important monuments and the ceramic kilns.
Leave the town center through the Pratu San Luang gate to reach two important monuments and the ceramic kilns.