Sukhothai

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 on old city atmosphere. Climbers are also welcome to scale Khao Luang. All visitors are guaranteed to enjoy this province.

Sukhothai Historical Park
is a world heritage site, 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 Muserm.

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 Phanon Phloeng standing on al low hill, Wat Khao Suwankhiri with a tall and giant bell, and Wat Chang Lam 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.

- Thailand Travel guide PTT