Phitsanulok

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.

The Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya

The Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya or Ayutthaya in short,
is one of Thailand's historical and majestic hightlights.Serving as the
Thai capital for 417 years ago(1350 1767:Kingdom of Ayutthaya)
,it was once glorified ad one of the biggest cities in the world a Southeasr Asia center for civilization.

Tourism of Ayutthaya

Wat Yai Chai Mongkol

Located to Southeast of the island,this temples lofty chedi is visible from most of town.The monastery was built in 1900 by King U-thong who granted the temple with the name Wat Pa Kaew. The intension was to create a center of Buddhist studies (Ceylonese Sect).As the temple used by a patriarch,local people also called it Wat Cho Phraya Thai.
The present name was given granted to the temple by King Naresuan to commemorate a battle fought against the Crown Prince of Burma in 1592. His momentous victory a single-handed combat on the elephant back brought independence to Ayutthaya after 15 years as a Burmese dependent.
The Ubosot or ordination hall is windowless but ventilate by pierces holes stretching down the roof on both walls.Also situated in the compound is King Naresuans statue,which is highly revered by Thais. Admission fee is 20 bahts.