Visiting group itinerary in November We came to the famous Sukhothai Historical Park (Sukhothai Historical Park), which is a scenic spot full of ancient Thai culture. The weather is good and you can spend a whole day here, walking slowly and slowly. Appreciate the historical nicks, you can even choose to stay during the Loy Krathong activities and visit the Loy Krathong celebrations in the evening.
Slightly sort out the historical background of the Sukhothai dynasty in Thailand. It is said that Sukhothai, which emerged in the middle of the 13th century, is the oldest dynasty in central Thailand. Sukhothai / สุโขทัย / Sukhothai means "the dawn of happiness" It was the first "independent country" established by the Thai people. Later, the Sukhothai dynasty lasted for 200 years and the most brilliant culture in history appeared.And the famous third king Ramkhamhaeng (Ramkhamhaeng) based on Khmer (now Cambodia) and Mon people, created the characters used in Thailand today. It is also a king who wrote down the history on a stone tablet and reached the rule The peak of gold.
When you visit this city, you will find that it is composed of multiple imperial palaces and important religious relics. All the relics will be surrounded by walls and moats and have a square structure.In addition, the remains of various remains scattered outside the city wall bring Sukhothai a lot of old features. Therefore, the Sukhothai Historical Park has been the key target of Thailand’s heritage protection for many years, and there are unique art and architecture inside. The characteristic, it was listed as a world precious heritage by UNESCO in 1990, and it is also brought into the traditional festival of Loy Krathong held in November every year.
After reminiscing about the historical sites visited on the day, Xiao Chen guided us to explain in detail that during the Sukhothai dynasty, religion, art, and architecture are considered to be the most classic Thai style, but the biggest feature is the decoration of the lotus seat and the clock. Shaped stupa, a stupa built based on the Bodhi tree.The overall park is organized in an orderly manner and with a large area. It is recommended to rent a bicycle to travel to and from the temples in the park. The cost is about 10 baht. If you have a large family group, you may wish to consider taking the park bus instead. !Finally, the best time to arrange a visit to the ancient city of Sukhothai is the annual Loy Krathong Festival, which is the full moon day of December in the Thai lunar calendar (usually November in the Gregorian calendar). You can see water made of banana leaves and flowers here. The lamp, floating in it, also reflects the reflection of the Buddha, which is different from the itinerary of previous trips in Thailand.
※ The entrance of Sukhothai Historical Park
The advantage of visiting in November is that it enters the dry season in Thailand, it is not likely to rain, and the sky is always blue.
After inquiring, it is found that there are five districts (East, West, South, North & Central, the route I take is the Central District), and the fare for each district is 100 baht.
The tour to the five districts is 350 yuan baht (some backpackers on the other side said that this kind of pass has been cancelled).
※ Wat Traphang Thong
The stupa in the background is the temple.
※ Wat Mahathat
The background is Wat Mahathat, and the name of this temple is very common, such as Ayutthaya, which means that as long as the Buddha's relic is enshrined in it,
It is called Wat Mahathat.
※ Wat Si Sawai
Originally a Khmer-style temple, it is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.
This is the representative of the phallus, and this temple used to not allow women to enter.
Xiao Chen said that later people who want to ask for a child will come here to touch it, just want to ask for a child.
The five stone seats on these stacks are made by local people imitating the shape of a bodhi tree and a pagoda, which is also the meaning of blessing.
※ A view of Loy Krathong Festival
The winning water lantern works.
The tops are made by sticking with all kinds of seeds, which shows the exquisite workmanship!
Statue of Emperor Lankan Heng.
Fish and shrimp released for tourists.
This bell was built by the Great Emperor Lankanheng, as long as you ring this bell, you will be blessed.
Finally, a copy of the panorama and map will be sent. (The temple name is compared to this picture, if there is any error, please leave a message to correct it)
◎ Sukhothai Historical Park.Sukhothai Historical Park
– Address: Tambon Muang Kao, Amphoe Muang, Sukhothai Province, Thailand
– Phone: +66 55 697 241
– Fax: +66 55 697 310
