Chan Palace
The birthplace and a resident of King Naresuan the Great, Chan Palace is located in
the compound of Phitsanulok Phittayakom School. At present, the site is being
excavated and the entire palace will be restored as a future historical attraction.
Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat
Location : Amphoe Muang
Locally dubbed as "Wat Yai", the complex is considered the most important temple in Phitsanulok.
Housing Thailand's famous Phra Phutthachinnarat, Wat Yai is located at the foot of Naresuan
Bridge on the city side of the river. The temple was
built during the reign of Phra Maha Thamma Racha I (Phraya Lithai) in 1357.
There is also a small museum, which exhibits a good collection of Sukhothai and
Ayutthaya-era Buddha images and related religious items that is worth visiting.
Visitors are advised to dress conservatively.
Wat Phra Si Mahathat Woramahawihan is open daily between 6.30 a.m. and 6.00 p.m.
The Phra Phutthachinnarat National Museum is open from Wednesday to Sunday,
between 9.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. The museum is closed on public holidays,
for more information, click www.thailandmuseum.com.
Location : Amphoe Muang
South of Wat Phra Si Mahathat is Wat Ratburana, another main attraction worth visiting.
The temple was built at the command of King Borom Trailokanat of Ayutthaya who played
a major role in fostering Buddhism in the Kingdom. The temple features
a three-headed Naga (mythical serpent in Buddhism) over its eaves.
Location : Amphoe Muang
Located approximately 5 kilometers from town on the east bank of Nan river,
Wat Chula Mani is the oldest temple in town. It was built prior to the
Sukhothai era and was once the spot where the original town was located.
Wat Chula Mani is a temple with long history. King Borom Trailokanat
of Ayutthaya and 2,000 of his followers were ordained as monks at this
temple in 1416. The Khmer-style pagoda attracts students and archaeologists
to explore the beautiful, intricate swan design. Moreover,
the Mondop contains a Holy Footprint and an
inscription stone built by King Narai the Great of Ayutthaya.
Location : Amphoe Muang
lies 14 km off Muang Phitsanulok on Phitsanulok-Lom Sak Road. Inside the
temple are a miniature Buddha footprint and a footprint on the mountain's
wall. A large white jade Bodhisattva Kuan - Im image the most beautiful
Kuan - Im image in the world from China - was enshrined in this temple in
early 1992
Location : Amphoe Muang
Located on the other side of Maenam Nan, opposite the main town, the Shrine of King Naresuan
the Great is in the compound of Phitsanulok Phittayakom School. The Shrine was built in 1961
at the site of the Chan Palace where King Naresuan the Great was born and raised.
The Shrine represents the Thais utmost respect to their beloved King who liberated the nation from Burmese power.
Chedi Yot Thong Temple (Wat Chedi Yot Thong)
ocated on Phaya Suea Road, outside Phitsanulok walls, Wat Chedi Yot Thong is the only
temple in the province that has a lotus bud-shaped Chedi in the original Sukhothai style.
Sergent- Major Dr. Thawi-Pim Buranakhet ' s Folklore Museum
Location : Amphoe Muang
Located opposite the Buranathai Buddha Image foundry, Wisutkasat road, Amphoe
Muang. This museum is well know for its collections of all folk-arts, crafts,
basketry, pottery and ancient kitchen utensils. In addition to these, there
also are instruments for agriculture occupation and household living displayed.
Located on the second floor of the multi-purpose building of Naresuan University,
the Textile Museum displays textiles and garments from different sources
domestically and internationally. The museum houses documents and research
studies regarding textiles and royal suits of Their Majesties the King and
Queen that were conferred to the university. Nearby is a Life Museum that
displays the Thai way of cotton weaving, from cotton growing to high-class
techniques in weaving. A weaving demonstration is available every weekend.
Both museums are open daily from 8.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m.
Nan Riverside Park and Boathouse Museum
The park, which was built by Phitsanulok Municipality in 2002, is situated in
the middle of the town, on the eastern bank of Nan river. Inside the park,
is a Boathouse Museum showcasing the daily life of people living in boathouses.
Art & Culture Gallery, Naresuan University (Sanambin Campus)
The Gallery is established with an aim to promote and preserve Thai arts and culture.
Located at the resource centre on Sanam Bin Rd., the Gallery is divided into 3 sections including;
Art Gallery: over 100 masterpieces of renowned Thai artists such as: Chuan Leakpai (Thailand's former Prime Minister),
Sawasdi Tantisuk (National Artist in visual Arts field), Phun Ketchamrat (National Artist in visual Arts field),
Priyuan Aruchata (National Artist in visual Arts field), Pratuang Emjaroen,
Chavalit Saemprungsuk, Chung Moonphinit and Chalermchai Khosipipat are on display.
Museum: Under the concept, "The Way of Life of The People in the Lower North",
more than 500 handicrafts including household utensils, agricultural tools and manuscripts are exhibited.
The gallery is open daily from 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.
House Boat
The house boat serves as a signature of Phitsanulok. From north to south along both sides of Nan River,
house boats and rafts are lined up, creating a unique perspective for tourists. In addition to the
display of the typical Phitsanulok way of life emphasis is placed on the strong connection
between man and the river. Hardly seen anywhere else in the Northern region,
the house boat represents the serene ambience of a united community.
Location : Amphoe Wang Thong
This park is situated at km. 33 of the above highway where a right turn
leads to the 500 meters access road. The park name was graciously bestowed
by H.M. the king during his tour of the north in 1958. Within the park area,
Wang Nok Aen Waterfall, a 10 meters high waterfall, cascades among the rock
to create a beautiful and scenic locale. The erosive action of the currents
have stacked and shaped the stones in a most unique and uniform manner.
Duean Dao Cave
Situated in the western territory of Thung Salaeng Luang National Park,
the cave has a subterranean river running through it. Visitors have to
climb over rocks at the cave’s entrance to get in, just to find a large
chamber and subterranean river. At the length of 1.4 kilometres,
the cave is beautified with stalagmites and stalactites. It can be
visited during the dry season and a personal torch is required.
High water during rainy season makes it dangerous to visit. To get there:
The cave is 85 kilometres from downtown Phitsanulok.
Location : Amphoe Wang Thong
Located at Km. 45 along the Highway, the waterfall, which is slightly bigger than Namtok Wang Nok An, is set against a mountainous backdrop.
Location : Amphoe Wang Thong
A sign at km. 61 reads Suan pa Khao Krayang and introduces a 2-kilometre
access road to Poi Waterfall, Which is distinguished by a copious flow and
profuse rocky outcropping. Many species of flowering trees grace the area.
Location : Amphoe Wang Thong
This waterfall, Phitsanulok's largest, is located 2 kilometers off of Km. 70 marker along Highway
No. 12. It is possible to walk around and explore
the rocky surroundings especially during the dry season.
This 2-tiered waterfall cascades down the steep cliffs to
3the rocks below providing a different ambience for every season.
Location : Amphoe Wang Thong
Against a backdrop of high mountain ranges is the Savannah-type grassland of Thung Salaeng Luang.
Covering an area of 16 square kilometres, the park is naturally endowed with pine trees and wild
flowers which blossom in virgin jungles. The parks mountain ranges are watersheds of several
streams which are a source of the famous Maenam Nan.
Its area spreads across Phitsanulok and Phetchabun provinces.
Location : Amphoe Nakhon Thai
hu Hin Rong Kla is a distinctive national park with a unique mixture of scenic attractions and historical sites.
It was once the stage of armed conflicts between two extreme political ideologies.
The Park covers a total area of 191,875 rai of land (76,750 acres) and is
approximately 130 kilometers from Phitsanulok city. It can be reached by taking Highway
No. 12 and turning left at Km.68 marker into Highway No. 2013, a road leading to Nakhon Thai District.
Location : Amphoe Chat Trakan
This park, covering more than 60,000 acres, lies 135 km. From Phitsanulok
provincial along the Phitsanulok- Lomsak highway until km.68, thence on
highway 2013 and then to Amphoe Chat Takran. A seven tiered waterfall with
in the park is the source of the Kwae Noi River which unites with the Nan
River in the provincial capital.
Location : Amphoe Chat Trakan
Phu Soi Dao National Park is located in both Chat Trakan district of Phitsanulok Province
and Nam Pard District of Uttaradit Province. Occupying a total area of 48,962.5 rai of land
(equivalent to 58,750 acres), the park stretches along the Thai-Laos border with the highest
peak measured at 2,102 meters above sea level. The climate park is cool throughout
the year and visitors are able to see several species of wild flowers.
Kaeng Chet Khwae National Park
Located in Amphoe Wang Thong, Nakorn Thai District, the park covers an area of 136,250 rai of land.
The terrain is mainly covered by lush forests with mountain ranges raising 100 to 645 meters above sea level.
Attractions include Namtok Kaeng Bua Kam: a 5-tiered waterfall,
Namtok Phu Daeng Ron, Namtok Huay Plu, Larn Mapha Dua view point, and Ban Nong Hin view point.
Thai Bird Garden
Located opposite to the folk museum, it is a bird conservation centre that displays endangered
as well as extinct birds of Thailand such as jambu fruit-dove, helmeted hornbill,
and birds mentioned in Thai literature; namely, oriole, barbet, common koel, green magpie,
blue magpie, etc. The park entertains visitors with some birds that
can imitate human’s voice greeting both in Thai and English such as parrot as well as
those singing beautifully like black-throated laughing thrush, white-crested
laughing thrush, and white rumped shama. The garden is open daily from 8.30 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Whitewater rafting
An exciting activity, visitors are provided with a truly unique experience
while whitewater rafting especially with the refreshing natural scenery
along Maenam Kek in Wang Thong District. The entire trip takes only 2.5 hours to complete.
The best time to go downstream is between June and October.
Located opposite the Sgt. Maj. Dr. Thavis Museum is a small bronze Buddha image casting foundry,
which is the only of its kind in the province. The foundry allows visitors with the opportunity
to witness skilled craftspersons working on the reproduction of Phra Buddha Chinnarat images.
It is possible to actually walk along the production line to see the whole bronze-casting process.
In addition, huge Buddha images are also cast here.
The foundry is open on Wednesday through Sunday from 8.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
City tour by tricycle
Usually taken at night, visitors can see the city from a different perspective when on the tricycle.
The trip will pass the commercial part of town, markets and ancient places. Chauffeur services are available.
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