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We visited the ruins of Wat Phra Phai Luang, near the great North gate of the Old Town Sukhotai. They are encircled by a large moat full of water, of 600 m length at each side. Three large prangs, adorned … Continue reading
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Our next stop was Wat Si Chum, an interesting temple, where the Buddha image looks to us through a fence in the wall. The statue is 15 m tall, and the width – from one knee to the other – … Continue reading
Our second day in Sukhotai started early in the morning, at 6 o’clock, when the tuk-tuk arrived to take us to Wat Saphan Hin, in the western part of the Old Town, ouside the Historical Park. It was Paolo’s recommendation … Continue reading
Orchid Hibiscus Guesthouse is a B&B situated not far from the Historical Park. I booked it on internet and paid 3000 bht (aprox. 73 euro) for 2 nights, for an apartment for 4 persons (we have been 3). Breakfast costs … Continue reading
The Historical Park Sukhotai has aprox. 70 square kilometers, and it is divided in 5 zones, the central one being the most important. The monuments here have been restaurated starting 1960 and the park is well preserved and very clean. … Continue reading
We left Chiang Mai by bus, at 6 o’clock in the morning, to go to Sukhotai. The length of the way was of about 250 km and it took 5 hours. There are 12 buses per day, and a ticket … Continue reading
In the courtyard of the Wat Doi Suthep a lot of things draw my attention. There were so many architectural details, structures and colors, doors and windows but also a lot of interesting people around! A lot of subjects for … Continue reading
I brought back almost 300 photos from the Wat Doi Suthep. Erected in 1383, it can be visited at 15 km of Chiang Mai. Legend says that the King Keuna choosed an white elephant to carry Buddha’s relicts on the … Continue reading
The Night Bazaar in Chang May is one of the evening attractions. It is situated near the Tha Phae Gate of the Old Town. In the evening, the inhabitants but mostly the tourists are going there so the near by … Continue reading
The Silver Temple has a special place in the religious landscape of Chang Mai. It was built in 1502 but almost nothing is left from the original. Certain years ago a great renovation begun here. The temple is situated just … Continue reading