Hotels in Sukhothai-Historical Park I Le Charme Resort
There is a wide range of interesting activities to do in and around Lecharme Sukho Thai.
Located on Mae Lamphan riverbank on the north side. The outstanding part is the bell-shaped pagoda with the 32 elephant statues surrounding at the base. Besides, there are Bot (hall) in the middle of the pond and the other pagodas surrounding the main pagodas.
The interesting part is Monthop housing Phra Achana image, the Buddha image in the gesture of Subduing Mara. Besides, at the side of Monthop, the 2nd stone inscription telling about the establishment of Sukhothai Dynasty was found.
Closed by Legendha Sukhothai resort, this UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sukhothai was the original capital of the first Siamese kingdom. Surrounded by two moats and bridged by four gateways, the old walls contain the partially restored remains of 21 historical sites, including royal palaces and Buddhist temples.
Located by Charod Withithong road, to the north of Mahathat temple. It’s built of brass mingled with copper- in I975.The statue of King Ram-khamhaeng sits on the throne teaching his people. At the side, there is an inscription depicting the King’s life.
Located in the east near the ruined gate. The building was built in 1960 and open to public in 1963. It’s divides into 3 zones. The first is Lai Sue Thai building where multi vision slide is presented. Next is the building where artifacts are displayed. The last is the outdoor museum where there are the replicas of large artifacts. The tourists can get close to explore them in detail.
Located in the center of ancient town. The temp compound contains principle pagoda. Wihan, Monthop, and over 200 pagodas. The principle pagoda well presents Sukhothai architectural style. It’s surrounded by 8 pagodas in 8 directions. Four pagodas on the corner present Haripunchai style and the others present Sukhothai and Lankan art style.
According to the 1st stone inscription. Wihan once housed a golden Buddha image. Later, in early Rattanakosin era, the Buddha image was installed in Suthat Thepwararam temple by King Rama I and then renamed “Phra Si Sakkayamunee” by King Rama II. Besides, there is another group of pagodas which is the second biggest the principle pagoda.
Located to the northwest of Mahathat temple standing in the middle of the pond called “Traphang Trakuan”. The interesting part of the temple is the bell-shaped pagoda which serves as the historical evidence of Singhalese Buddhism in ancient Sukhothai Kingdom. So, the pagoda in the shape of the bell is Lankan style.
Cycling or Biking in Sukhothai is recommended to all hotel guests. Biking in Sukhothai is safe and fun. It is an easy biking route from Le Charme Sukhothai to Sukhothai Historical Park. Since this Thailand UNESCO World Heritage area is vast, using bicycles seem to be an appropriate and enjoyable way to visit the ancient temples in the heritage site. Moreover you could take a cyling tour to explore the rural villages and rice paddies at your own pace.
When visiting Sukhothai, there are a surprising number of things to see and do at Sukhothai Airport. Lush gardens and an orchid greenhouse; exhibitions of ancient ceramics as well as live demonstrations of local pottery making; an organic rice farm where traditional rice-growing techniques are still maintained, including the use of water buffalo to plough the paddies; shrines to important local religious deities such as Brahma and Luang Poh Sila; a scale model replica of Cambodia’s famed Angkor Wat; and for those who would rather absorb the local culture gastronomically, the Kueytiew Lanbin Restaurant is the place to go to get a taste f sumptuous Sukhothai noodles!
Sukhothai Mini Light & Sound (son et lumiere) show at Sa Si Temple in Sukhothai Historical Park is held every first Friday of each month at 7:00 p.m. The performance is about the history and prosperity of the Sukhothai Kingdom. The ancient temple, Wat Sa Si, forms the backdrop of the show. There is no admission fee to see this show.
Just before or after the show, you may enjoy Pasan Market, the local market next to Sa Sri temple. It is a local walking street market that replicates the old time of Sukhothai. There are a various kind of traditional drinks or snacks that are rare to find nowadays. Schedule show >> Click Here
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