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Sakunothayan is in Ban Wang Nok Aen. Formerly called Wang Nok Aen Forest Park, the site received the name “Sakunothayan” by royal bestowal from King Bhumibol Adulyadej and the Queen Mother. It is now Sakunothayan Botanical Garden.
Wat Chedi Thong is outside Phitsanulok’s city wall on Phaya Suea Road, along the same route as Wat Aranyik. The site retains the only lotus-bud-shaped chedi in the Sukhothai style found in Phitsanulok. Its base is about 9 metres wide and the chedi is 21 metres high. Chipped plaster near the lotus-bud top reveals that additional plaster was applied to build up the pointed tip.
Along the Phitsanulok–Lom Sak route near km 71–72, a turnoff leads 2 km to this large waterfall on the Khek River. It is about 40 m high; the upper section is a smooth rock slab and the lower section has large boulders. The surroundings are shady.
The area covers more than 80,000 rai and was declared a wildlife sanctuary on 28 May B.E. 2541 (1998). The sanctuary office is at Ban Pa Khai, Village No. 2, Ban Na Yang Subdistrict, Wat Bot District, 45 kilometres from the city.
Hike Khao Pok Lon to watch the sunrise amid mist in the valley at Rong Khao Nakhon Chum.
Wat Ratchaburana stands on the east bank of the Nan River, south of Wat Phra Si Mahathat. Its ordination hall has graceful 3-headed naga decorations along the eaves. Based on the temple’s name, it may have been built by a king; it is believed to date from the reign of King Borommatrailokkanat, who lived in Phitsanulok for 25 years and played a major role in supporting Buddhism there.
Namtok Poi is a large waterfall that spans the Khek River. Its scenery and shady surroundings make it a pleasant place to relax.
The original town walls were earthen, like those of Sukhothai. They are believed to have been built during the reign of King Borommatrailokkanat in preparation for conflict with King Tilokaraj of the Lanna Kingdom. Later, King Maha Chakkraphat ordered the walls repaired in preparation for Burmese attacks.
Wat Ratchakhiri Hiranyaram is in Ban Samo Khaeng, Wang Thong District. From Phitsanulok city, take Route 12 (Phitsanulok–Lom Sak) for about 14 kilometers.
Kaeng Chet Khwae National Park covers forested mountain areas in four districts of Phitsanulok Province: Wang Thong, Wat Bot, Nakhon Thai and Chat Trakan. It is a headwater area for several streams that flow into the Kwae Noi River. The source also describes attractions of interest within the park without naming them.
Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat Woramahawihan, also called Wat Yai, is on Phutthabucha Road in Nai Mueang, on the east bank of the Nan River. It is a first-class royal temple of the Woramahawihan type. The source says it was built when the city was established in B.E. 1900 (1357 CE). Its main viharn houses a large principal Buddha image, Phra Buddha Chinnarat, whom local residents often call Luang Pho Yai.
Namtok Chat Trakan National Park covers parts of Chat Trakan and Nakhon Thai districts. Its terrain consists mainly of rugged mountain ranges, with abundant forest that feeds several rivers, including the Phak and Khwae Noi. It was designated Thailand’s 55th national park on 2 November 1987.
The old riverside community is in Tha Pho Subdistrict along the Nan River. Citrus fruits known locally as som sa once grew abundantly here, giving the village its name, Wang Som Sa. Som sa is a citrus fruit with rough green skin like a lime and a sweet-sour flavor. Residents later formed a community enterprise and developed herbal ingredients into products for sale, including cosmetics, shower gel, soap, lotion, body scrub, and shampoo.
Khao Long Ruea Ta Muen is in Ban Mung Nuea, Ban Mung Subdistrict, within the area managed by Thung Salaeng Luang National Park. The source describes a striking limestone range with sharp, jagged peaks and reports prehistoric fossils approximately 286–360 million years old.
Thung Salaeng Luang National Park covers 1,262.40 square kilometres across Phitsanulok and Phetchabun, with mountains, streams flowing to the Nan River, caves, waterfalls, grasslands, plants, and wildlife. Check this place’s eligibility for a donation tax deduction through the Revenue Department’s e-Donation system.
The gallery is at Naresuan University’s academic resource centre on the airport campus, on Sanam Bin Road in Mueang District. It was established to present and preserve the nation’s arts and culture.
Wat Nang Phaya is beside Wat Ratchaburana, to its east. The source says its architecture is from the same period as Wat Ratchaburana, but Wat Nang Phaya has no ordination hall and has only a viharn.
The Thai Bird Garden is open to visitors as a conservation and learning site for birds found in Thailand. The source says some species are rare or nearing extinction, while others are already extinct. Examples listed include the striking red-faced green pigeon and hornbills.
The Textile Museum is on the second floor of the multipurpose building at Naresuan University (Thung Nong Aor). Its galleries display textiles and textile products from sources in Thailand and abroad, as well as the textiles and way of life of the Thai Khrang people. Donations to places of this type qualify for a tax deduction of 1x when made through the Revenue Department’s e-Donation system. This is general information, not tax advice. Eligibility depends on e-Donation registration and the 10% of income limit; check the latest details with the Revenue Department.
The site is believed to have been the ancient town of Bang Yang, ruled by Pho Khun Bang Klang Thao, also known as Pho Khun Si Intharathit, the first king of Sukhothai.
The source says that visitors travelling to Phu Thap Boek will pass Phu Phaeng Ma. It describes the location as a viewpoint where sunrise and sunset can be seen clearly.
The shrine stands within Phitsanulok Pittayakom School, formerly the site of Chan Palace. It is a traditional three-gabled Thai pavilion containing a life-size seated statue of King Naresuan. He is shown holding a golden water vessel and pouring water in the gesture of declaring independence at Mueang Khraeng. The Fine Arts Department built the shrine; it was completed in B.E. 2404 (1861). An annual ceremony to pay respect to the statue is held on 25 January.
This route describes Phu Soi Dao National Park across Chat Trakan district in Phitsanulok and Nam Pat district in Uttaradit. Its landscape consists of high mountains along the Thai–Lao border, with Phu Soi Dao Peak as the highest point.
Wat Chulamani stands on the east bank of the Nan River, about 5 kilometres south of Phitsanulok city along Borom Trailokkanat Road. The ancient site predates the Sukhothai period and was once the location of old Song Khwae. Historical accounts say King Borommatrailokkanat built a viharn and ordained here in B.E. 2007 (1464).
The waterfall is at kilometre 33 on Highway 12 (Phitsanulok–Lom Sak); turn right and continue for 1 kilometre. It is a small waterfall on Wang Thong stream, which originates from the Khek River.
On Wisutthikasat Road, the Sgt. Maj. Thawee Folk Museum brings together everyday objects that local people used to make a living in the past, from small items to large tools.
Phu Hin Rong Kla National Park sits at the border of Phitsanulok, Phetchabun, and Loei provinces. It covers 307 square kilometres.