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Sukhothai Historical Park

Sukhothai, Thailand
Ranked #2 of 19 attractions in Sukhothai
5.0 of 5 stars 117 Reviews
Type: National Parks, Historic Sites
Owner description: The park comprises the ruins of royal palaces, Buddhist temples, the city gates, walls, moats and the water dyke control system of ancient Sukhothai,...... more » Owner description: The park comprises the ruins of royal palaces, Buddhist temples, the city gates, walls, moats and the water dyke control system of ancient Sukhothai, the capital of the Sukhothai kingdom from the 14th century. « less
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Canada
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

So much fun to explore by bike. Bring a guide though so you get a true understanding of this fabulous site. More

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El Paso, Texas
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

Architecturally wonderful buildings in beautiful well kept grounds. It's so enjoyable riding a bike through the park and getting to see this site. Of great historical value! More

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Loonbeek
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

Nice park ( entrance is free after 18h ); the only negative point : wild dogs are everywhere. We got agressed by one while passing next to it. More

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London, United Kingdom
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24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

Well maintained, preserved and a joy to visit. A must is to sit and watch the sunset over the ruins or even a sunrise. More

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chonburi
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012

Roughly half way between bangkok and changmai thailand . you will find sukhothai historial park .the sukhothai kingdom first came to prominence in the 12 century and last until the late 13 th century. having been ruled by 9 kings . the most famous of all was ramkamhaeng rama 1. As most of many historical parks in Thailand are kept... More

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London, United Kingdom
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012
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well-spread out site, with different temples and well maintained grounds. Of course if you are used to Greek and Roman remains this is only a fraction of their beauty and they are much more recent, but indeed it shows Thai heritage and ancient civilization. If you are in the area it definitely need a visit! More

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Seattle
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76 reviews 76 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012

The closest thing Thailand has to the splendors of Angkor Wat and vicinity, but with a fraction of the crowds and at a fraction of the price. The central site is beautifully maintained and restored. Hiring a bike to get around is the way to go. It's worthwhile leaving the central area and riding to some of the outlying sites,... More

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Washington State
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012
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The ancient ruins are very interesting and worth seeing. Take a sareng (motorized cart with seats in front) to view them More

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Telford, England, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012

The majority of temples that are on the tourist trail in Thailand are still active Temples and are being kept in execllent condition as a result. However if you wish to see a more historical view of the Thai history a visit to this historical park will help to fulfil to that. This park is a UNESCO protected world heritage... More

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Chiangmai
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2012

One of the most remarkable site in the country!!! The old city of Sukhothai had so many Buddhist temples almost next to another. More

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