Sukhothai was the first capital of the Thai nation over 700 years ago. The Thai identity that originated way back then is what the Thailand of today has inherited. In order to give due recognition to the extraordinary arts and culture of the Sukhothai period, UNESCO declared Sukhothai a cultural World Heritage Site in 1991
Interesting Tourism Activities
- Sukhothai Night: Experience a warm welcome to Thailand’s first capital in the form of a colorful light-and-sound show.
- The Emperor’s Route: Travel on the same route as the Emperor of Japan when he visited this fabled city. World and Cultural Heritage: Enjoy the historical park in Sukhothai, Si Satchanalai and Kamphaeng Phet.
- Loi Krathong Festival : During November
Venue
Wat Sa-Si in Sukhothai Historical Park, Tambon Muang Kao, Amphone Muang, Sukhothai
Details of Sukhotahi Night
– Ride on a tram to view the beauty and splendor of architecture form the Sukhothai period (in Sukhothai Historical Park )
– See a magnificent sunset as the sun drops behind a mountain and ruins at the bank of the Traphang Takuan
– Delight in tasty local cuisine and take in the World Heritage atmosphere.
– Be greeted by the people of Sukhothai through the mini light-and-sound performance Sukhothai recounting the city’s past glory.
Foreign or organizations
- A narration on CD of 30 minutes per show is available.
- Either English, Japanese, French, or Thai can be selected as the narrative language for each show.
- Guidebooks are available in English, Japanese, French, German, Chinese, and Thai Performance details, tourism information and advance bookings at:
1. Sukhothai Tourist Business Club Tel. (6655) 613075-6 Fax (6655) 611505
2. TAT Northern Office : Region 3 (Phitsanulok)
