General Information
Founded in 13th century, Sukhothai was the first truly independent Thai Kingdom which enjoyed a golden age under King Ramkhamhaeng, who is created the Thai alphabet. The grand temples and monuments of this great city have been restored, and Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a must-see for all travelers.
Sukhothai became an independent kingdom when two princes-Pho Khun Pha Muang and Pho Khun Bang Klang Hao united their forces and drove the Khmers out of Sukhothai, then a major frontier post of the Angkor Empire.
One of Thailand’s finest warriors, King Ramkhamhaeng, second son of Pho Khun Bang Klang Hao, made Sukhothai a strength kingdom that even established direct political relations with China. After returning from the funeral of Emperor Kublai Khan, King Ramkhamhaeng brought back Chinese artisans who taught the art of pottery to the Thais, Sangkhalok Pottery.
King Ramkhamhaeng also promoted religion and culture, brought Buddhism flourished among the population. This inspirational faith established classic forms of Thai religious arts; images of the Lord Buddha sculptured during the Sukhothai Era are cultural treasures that give a feeling of peace and calm.
A total of eight kings ruled Sukhothai but the gradual decline of Sukhothai occurred during the reigns of the last two kings. The end of this first Thai kingdom occurred in 1365 when it became a vassal state of Ayutthaya, a rising power to the south.
Sukhothai became an independent kingdom when two princes-Pho Khun Pha Muang and Pho Khun Bang Klang Hao united their forces and drove the Khmers out of Sukhothai, then a major frontier post of the Angkor Empire.
One of Thailand’s finest warriors, King Ramkhamhaeng, second son of Pho Khun Bang Klang Hao, made Sukhothai a strength kingdom that even established direct political relations with China. After returning from the funeral of Emperor Kublai Khan, King Ramkhamhaeng brought back Chinese artisans who taught the art of pottery to the Thais, Sangkhalok Pottery.
King Ramkhamhaeng also promoted religion and culture, brought Buddhism flourished among the population. This inspirational faith established classic forms of Thai religious arts; images of the Lord Buddha sculptured during the Sukhothai Era are cultural treasures that give a feeling of peace and calm.
A total of eight kings ruled Sukhothai but the gradual decline of Sukhothai occurred during the reigns of the last two kings. The end of this first Thai kingdom occurred in 1365 when it became a vassal state of Ayutthaya, a rising power to the south.
Boundary
North: Phrae province and Uttaradit province
South: Kamphaeng Phet province and Phitsanulok province
East: Phitsanulok province and Uttaradit province
West: Tak province and Lampang province
Festivals and Events
- King Ramkamhaeng the Great Day (17 January, every year)
- Loy Krathong and Candle Festival (November, every year)
- Dhevo Rohana Boat Racing Festival (October, every year)
- Song Nam Oy Than Songkran Si Satchanalai Festival (April, every year)
- Buad Chang Had Sieu Festival (April, every year)
- Climbing Khao Luang Peaks Festival (December, every year)
Attractions
- Sukhothai Historical Park
- Si Satchanalai Historical Park
- Ramkhamhaeng National Park (Khao Luang)
- Si Satchanalai National Park
- Fish Museum
- Ramkhamhaeng Museum
- Sangkhalok Museum
- Wat Maha That
- Wat Si Chum
- Wat Chang Lom
- Wat Chana SongKhram
- Wat Si Sawai
- Wat Traphang Ngoen
- Wat Sa Si
- San Ta Pha daeng (Deity Shrine)
- King Ramkhamhaeng the Great Monument
Important Numbers
Tourist Police 1155
Tourism Information Center 1672
Thai Police Emergency Call 191
Sukhothai Bus Terminal 055 613296
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