Nestled in Nong Pling, Thailand, Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park showcases ancient ruins and lush landscapes, offering visitors a unique glimpse into Thailand’s rich cultural heritage and historical significance.
Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park, located in the heart of Nong Pling, presents an extraordinary journey through the rich tapestry of Thai history. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, this park features a remarkable collection of ancient ruins dating back to the 14th and 15th centuries, representing the artistic and architectural prowess of the Sukhothai and Ayutthaya periods. Visitors can explore well-preserved temples, including the impressive Wat Phra Kaeo, adorned with intricate carvings and brick structures that speak volumes of the craftsmanship of the era. The sprawling grounds are beautifully landscaped, offering serene walking paths amidst the historical sites, making it an ideal destination for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. As you navigate through the park, immerse yourself in the stories etched into the stones, reflecting the lives and beliefs of the people who once thrived in this vibrant region. With its captivating atmosphere, Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park invites you to step back in time and experience the deep roots of Thai heritage in a peaceful oasis.
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Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park is perched on a picturesque hilltop overlooking Nong Pling, 62000, Thailand
I think the historical park is at least as good if not better than the much more visited Sukhothai Historical Park .The advantage in Khamphaeng Phet is the complete absence of hordes of other people so you can really enjoy the atmosphere .There’s basically three sections .The closest to town which you can walk around , the old walls and fort which you can drive around and an additional park with many ruins of wats that you can drive around .This should be a must see site which appears to be missed by most people .
the Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park actually consists of two sites, one downtown in a park with few structures, and a wide area with several structures north, some 3.5km out of town. for each site there is a specific ticket for 100 B p.p., but there is also a combined ticket for both sites (150 B p.p.). The structures are in a far less preserved state then in Sukhothai, but still there are some very nice details, worth the visit.
There are two places to visit. The more obvious ruins with the triple Buddha images. This is good for 30 mins or so, but make sure you drive up to the main park to see a whole range of ruins. This would be a great spot for exercise. Need a car or a bike for this.
A good complement to Sukhothai and Sri Satchanalai parks if you are into Siam history and architecture. No more bikes to rent so be motorized!!!The site is divided into 2 zones and I recommend to start with Wat Phra Kaew. These are the best parts with Buddha Image and elephants. In the other zone, you may go directly to Wat chang rob and Iryabot. The other ruins don’t bring much.
I can’t believe nearly forty years in Thailand, and I haven’t visited here.Arrived here between six and seven in the morning in lovely cool weather. The only others here were joggers. Avoided the entrance fee, so didn’t have the normal argument about dual pricing (Thais free, Farang ฿100).Spent about two hours wondering round the wonderful 14th century ruins, with my wife in her glory taking countless photos and selfies.Next time I’ll bring a mat, some food and a flask of coffee and have a picnic breakfast
Post CV19, we saw no other tourists in the entire park. Absolutely wonderful way to spend the day, having a wander on foot and by car. Sites well-explained on placards. Serene, reverent, recommended!
The Kamphaeng Phet historical park – town centre; is on R101 just 500m east of the River Ping bridge. Inside the old 16th century town walls are many impressive laterite ruins. This quiet and beautiful large park is well cared for with trees and grass areas. It is approximately 1km by 300m. Entrance is 100thb. It is a must see.
There are two sections of Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park. Tickets for foreigners are 100 baht for one section or 150 baht for both, plus 50 baht for car entry. Both sections are interesting, but I would certainly not claim that Kamphaeng Phet is anyway near as impressive as Sukhothai, so if you have to choose one or the other, go for Sukhothai. At the section slightly further away from the town center, you can drive your car from one ruin to the next, but in the section closer to the city, you must park and walk inside the park. One beautiful feature of the section close to the city is that the ruins are lighted from sunset until 8:00 pm. The grounds of both sections are well-maintained and staff are very friendly and helpful.
Great place to visit and spend the day. The ruins and walls are all over the beautiful town of Kamphaeng Phet, once a massive fortress protecting the West. There is an enclosed area with a modest entry fee for cars and falangs but to be fair, the Thai Authorities have put a lot of effort into tidying, providing information points, and improving accessibility. The town is not a tourist hotspot, very few hotels, but the lack of crowds mean you can have a quiet even spiritual time here. Tours of the ruins are available but we just parked our car at whatever Wat we wished to see, which is allowed. Shame about the large number of dogs wandering around but they showed no sign of aggression. Would be nice if some of the money could be used to give them a home.
This historic park is separated into two sections – the larger one to the northwest, which contains most of the temples, and a smaller but very interesting section lying to the southeast. Ticket for one section is 100 thb, while a ticket for both sections is 150 thb. Entry for a car (larger section only) is an additional 50 thb. I would say that if your time is limited, you could give the smaller section to the southeast a pass. The temples there are very nice, but similar enough to what you will see in the larger section. I spent about three hours total and saw everything I wanted to see except for a few out of the way temples in the far west of the larger park, which were guarded by enough stray dogs to make me nervous about getting out of the car. Each temple has a signboard explaining the history, construction, and key features of that complex. The larger temples have one or more QR codes which link you to YouTube audio descriptions as well. Very helpful and very interesting. The entire park is located within a shaded forest, making it comfortable to visit even on a hot day. Overall this was an excellent experience, one I would recommend for anyone at least a little bit interested in the history of this time period. One improvement I would like to recommend to park administration: I wish there were bicycles for rent, rather than having to drive a car from temple to temple. The grounds are level and shady and ideally suited to bicycle traffic. Please consider adding this service. Final note – there are toilets throughout the park. They are clean and provide soap, but only squat toilets are available.