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PHITSANULOK / ข้อมูลท่องเที่ยว
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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.
By Car
a) From Bangkok, use Highway No. 1 to Wang Noi, then proceed to Nakhon
Sawan Province along Highway No. 32 via Ayutthaya, Ang Thong and Sing
Buri Provinces. After that, take Highway No. 117 to Phitsanulok. The
total distance is 337 kilometers.
b) Take the same Highway to Sing Buri Province and switch to Highway
No. 11 (In Buri-Tak Fa route), then turn into Highway No. 12 and
proceed to Phitsanulok Province via Wang Thong District. The total
distance is 450 kilometers.
By Bus
Buses depart from Bangkok's Northern Bus Terminal (Mochit 2 Bus
Terminal) to Phitsanulok. Contact Transport Co. Ltd. at Tel: 0 2936
2852-66; Phitsanulok Yan Yon Tour at Tel: 0 2936 2924-5; Choet Chai
Tour at Tel: 0 2936 0199 and Win Tour at Tel: 0 2936 3753.
By Rail
Daily regular trains depart daily from Bangkok's Hua Lamphong Railway
Station. Call 1690 or visit www.railway.co.th for more information.
Trains leave Bangkok for Phitsanulok daily from 7.05 a.m. to 11.30
p.m., 14 times a day. There are express trains (Sprinters) from Bangkok
to Phitsanulok departing daily from 8.25 a.m. to 11.10 p.m., 5 times a
day.
Trains leave Phitsanulok for Bangkok daily, from 2.05 a.m. to 11.29
p.m., 14 times a day. There are daily express trains (Sprinters)
departing from Phitsanulok to Bangkok from 2.05 a.m. to 11.00 p.m., 4
times a day.
By Air
Thai Airways International operates several direct flights daily from
Bangkok to Phitsanulok. The trip takes 40-45 minutes. For more
information, contact the Bangkok Office at tel. 0 2280 0060, 0 2628
2000, Phitsanulok Office at tel. 0 5525 8020 or visit
www.thaiairways.com
By Rental Car
For visitors interested in touring Phitsanulok independently, Budget
has a small operation at the airport. Call tel. 05525-8556 for
reservations and information. Avis operates out of an office adjoining
the Phitsanulok Youth Hostel.
Travelling around the city is easy as the town is relatively compact.
Sam lor will cost 30-50 baht/person, depending on the destination and
city buses are also available (4-6 baht/person, non air-conditioned).
The station is located on Thammabucha Road, near the train station. |
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