Sukhothai Temples, Thailand

Sukhothai is a provincial town in the lower north of Thailand. Once the capital of of the first Siamese kingdom, the Sukhothai, Si Satchanali and Kamphaeng Phet historical parks are a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Sukhothai Historical Park has a number of fine monuments, illustrating the beginnings of Thai architecture. The park is ideal for cycling.

See the map in the Sukhothai Guide.

Sukhothai temples: Wat Mahathat Buddha

Wat Mahathat Buddha statue.

Sukhothai temples: Wat Si Chum Buddha hand

Hand of Buddha statue at Wat Si Chum.

Sukhothai temples: Wat Sa Si Buddha

Wat Sa Si Buddha statue.