Resorts in Sukhothai-Historical Park I Legendha Hotel
214 Moo 3, Tambon Muangkao, Amphur Muang, Sukhothai, 64210, Thailand
Tel: 66(0)55 697 214 , +66(0)82 450 0177
E-mail: info@legendhasukhothai.com
www.legendhasukhothai.com
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 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.
Wat Chang Lom is located to the north of Charot Withithong Road with a bell-shaped chedi of Ceylonese influence standing as the centre. The chedi is situated on a 3-tiered square base with a platform decorated with a row of elephants seen by their front halves supporting the round chedi.
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