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Phitsanulok
Covering some 105,815 square kilometers, Phitsanulok is 377 kilometers north of Bangkok. It borders Uttaradit Province on the North, Phichit Province on the South, Loei and Phetchabun Provinces on the East, and Kamphaeng Phet and Sukhothai Provinces on the West. Situated on a strategic location dividing Thailands Central and Northern regions, and connecting to the Northeastern region, Phitsanulok is undeniably an important hub and an ideal base for travelers wishing to explore the lower North and western Northeast. Phitsanulok, however, is not just a stopover for tourists, but is a province with promising tourism opportunities.
Phitsanulok City spans the banks of Maenam Nan and has Maenam Kwae Noi running through it. Therefore, it is locally known and historically referred to as Song Kwae City (song means two and kwae means a river). Most of Phitsanulok's terrain is flatlands, with one third of the area being mountain ranges on the north and the east. Its unique natural endowments including natural parks and waterfalls make a trip to Phitsanulok worthwhile.
Apart from its exceptional natural charisma, Phitsanulok provides visitors with an opportunity to explore notable chapters of Thailand's history. For example, remains of an ancient community dating back between 2,000-4,000 years, including old stone axes, was found here. In addition, the old temple of Wat Chula Mani, situated 5 kilometers south of the city, was built even before the Sukhothai Kingdom burst into power.
Phitsanulok prospered along with the powerful Sukhothai (1238-1378) and Ayutthaya (1350 1767) Kingdoms. In particular, it played a strategic role in the Ayutthaya era when it had become the Kingdoms royal capital for 25 years during the reign of King Borom Trailokanat.
Phitsanulok is also the birthplace of King Naresuan the Great (reigned 1590-1605) the legendary King who declared Ayutthayas independence from Burma in 1584. King Naresuan the Great is known for his victorious and honorable single hand combat on elephant back Yutthahatti against a Burmese Crown Prince. His heroic power and strong dedication to expelling the invaders from his motherland saved the country, and truly united the Kingdom which later was known as Siam and currently known as Thailand.
Phitsanulok was also a strategic location for other Ayutthaya Kings as it was a major center for military recruitment and a training camp when Ayutthaya waged wars with Burma.
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| Destinations in "Bang Kaeo" district - Phitsanulok province - Thailand |
Bang Kaeo Dog Farm - Bang Kaeo - Phitsanulok
The Bang Kaeo Dog Farm specialises in raising the Bang Kaeo breed of dogs. The Bang Kaeo ....
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| Destinations in "Chat Trakan" district - Phitsanulok province - Thailand |
Namtok Chat Trakan National Park - Chat Trakan - Phitsanulok
Located in Khao Ya Puk, approximately 145 kilometers from the city, Namtok Chat Trakan Nat ....
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Phu Soi Dao National Park - Chat Trakan - Phitsanulok
Phu Soi Dao National Park is located in both Chat Trakan district of Phitsanulok Province and Nam Pa ....
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| Destinations in "Muang" district - Phitsanulok province - Thailand |
Buranathai Buddha Casting Foundry - Muang - Phitsanulok
Located opposite the Sgt. Maj. Dr. Thavis Museum is a small bronze Buddha image casting foundry, whi ....
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Chan Palace - Muang - Phitsanulok
The birthplace and a resident of King Naresuan the Great, Chan Palace is located in the compound of ....
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City tour by tricycle - Muang - Phitsanulok
Usually taken at night, visitors can see the city from a different perspective when on the tricycle. ....
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City Walls and Moats of Phitsanulok - Muang - Phitsanulok
The city walls of Phitsanulok were made of clay similar to those of the Sukhothai era. The walls wer ....
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House Boat - Muang - Phitsanulok
The house boat serves as a signature of Phitsanulok. From north to south along both sides of N ....
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Nan Riverside Park and Boathouse Museum - Muang - Phitsanulok
The park, which was built by Phitsanulok Municipality in 2002, is situated in the middle of the town ....
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Aranyik Temple (Wat Aranyik) - Muang - Phitsanulok
This is a Sukhothai-era temple located in the same vicinity which is surrounded by moats. ....
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Chedi Yot Thong Temple (Wat Chedi Yot Thong) - Muang - Phitsanulok
Located on Phaya Suea Road, outside Phitsanulok walls, Wat Chedi Yot Thong is the only temple in the ....
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Chula Mani Temple (Wat Chula Mani) - Muang - Phitsanulok
Located approximately 5 kilometers from town on the east bank of Nan river, Wat Chula Mani is t ....
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Nang Phaya Temple (Wat Nang Phaya) - Muang - Phitsanulok
Situated near Wat Ratburana is Wat Nang Phaya which believed to have been built during the same peri ....
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Ratburana Temple (Wat Ratburana) - Muang - Phitsanulok
South of Wat Phra Si Mahathat is Wat Ratburana, another main attraction worth visiting. The temple w ....
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| Destinations in "Nakhon Thai" district - Phitsanulok province - Thailand |
Kaeng Chet Khwae National Park - Nakhon Thai - Phitsanulok
Located in Amphoe Wang Thong, Nakorn Thai District, the park covers an area of 136,250 rai of land. ....
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| Destinations in "Wang Thong" district - Phitsanulok province - Thailand |
Namtok Kaeng Song - Wang Thong - Phitsanulok
Located at Km. 45 along the Highway, the waterfall, which is slightly bigger than Namtok Wang Nok An ....
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Namtok Poi - Wang Thong - Phitsanulok
To get to this waterfall, take Highway No. 12 until reaching markers at Kms. 59 60, turn right and p ....
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Namtok Wang Nok Aen (Sakunothayan Botanical Garden) - Wang Thong - Phitsanulok
Situated only one kilometre off of the main highway at Km. 33 marker the parks name was granted by H ....
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Whitewater rafting - Wang Thong - Phitsanulok
An exciting activity, visitors are provided with a truly unique experience while whitewater rafting ....
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