 The
province’s most distinguished attraction is Sukhothai Historical Park,
designated as one of the World Heritage Sites. Before wandering around
the massive compound which usually takes a full day, first time tourists
are always recommended to go to the Ramkhamhaeng National Museum for
a brief history of this once splendid kingdom. The glory of Sukhothai
is reflected in the abundant ancient temples and Buddha image stuccos,
ruined brick pagodas as well as laterite viharn columns. There are
more than a hundred sites in the whole complex many of which are worth
visiting.
Apart
from the sacred charm of the ancient city, Si Satchanalai and Ramkhamhaeng
National Parks retouch the green color and the scent of nature to
the province with a fascinating view of various cascades in the
fertile mixed forest. For those who have a chance to stay longer,
both parks also provide overnight camping for adventurous tourists.
The
Sukhothai Historical Park
Designated
by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, Sukhothai Historical Park is
not only the remains of a once-resplendent kingdom, but also a significant
spot in terms of world history.
193
ruined sites in the whole 70 sq km have been carefully preserved,
restored and rebuilt and some artifacts can also been seen in Ramkhamhaeng
National Museum.
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Si
Satchanalai National Park
This
national park features a picturesque scenery of Tat Duan and Tat
Dao waterfalls, together with two notable natural caves, Tham Khang
Khao (the bat cave) and Tham Thara Wasan, which are located
close to the park headquarters.
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The
Ramkhamhaeng National Park (Khao Luang)
For
the traveler seeking a combination of natural attractions and historical
sites, Ramkhamhaeng National Park is the perfect place to spend
an afternoon.
The
park is home to several gorgeous waterfalls, caves and a variety
of rare flora and fauna. In addition, it offers a number of archaeological
objects and ancient remains for those interested in exploring more
of the area's ruins.
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