Geography
Phitsanulok province covers some 10,584.5 sq. km. The riverside provincial capital is 377 km. North of Bangkok. Phitsanulok is situated on the geographical and administrative line uniting the central and northern regions. Phitsanuloke, located in Central Northern Thailand is a modern city. Ideal as a stepping stone for the Northern visitors attractions including Sukothai.
Phitsanulok was the birthplace of King Naresuan the Great of Ayuthaya (reign : 1590 - 1605), and his brother Prince Ekathosarot. Phitsanulok has long been an important center for political and strategic reasons. Phitsanulok was a major center of recruitment when Ayuthaya waged war with Burma, and was the capital of Thailand for 25 years during the 1448-1488 reign of Ayuthaya’s King Boromtrailokanat.
The climate of Phitsanulok is generally hot and humid. It borders with Uttaradit in he North, Pichit in the south, Loei and Phetchabun in the East, Kamphaeng Phet and Sukhothai in the West. Covering an area of 10,815.8 sq.km., the province is divided into 9 Amphoes : Muang , Bang Rakam , Nakhon Thai , Phrom Priram , Wat Bot - BangKrathum , Chat Trakan , Noen MaPrang , Wang Thong
City Attraction
Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat his monastery commonly called by the inhabitants as "Wat Yai" is the most important monastery of Phitsanulok, the home of the famous Phra Buddha Chinnarat. It is located at the foot of Naresuan Bridge on the city side of the river.The monastery was built in the reign of Phra Maha Thamma Racha I (Phraya Lithai) In 1357 A.D. It houses the Phra Buddha Chinnarat regarded as the most beautiful Buddha image in Thailand. It is cast in the attitude of subduing evil. Later, in 1631, King Ekatosarot graciously bestowed some of his gold regalia to be beaten into gold - plate and applied them to the image worth his own hands, creating its most beautiful Buddha image. There are many other beautiful and noteworthy items in the monastery compound. The mother - of - pearl inlaid wooden doors of Vihara are especially splendid, and were built by King Boromkot in 1756 as a dedication to phra Buddha Chinarat. Behind the Vihara, there is a large Prang 36 meters high, with a staircase leading up to the niche containing the Buddha relics. In front of the Prang, there is Phra Attharos, and on the 9 room Vihara slope. There remains only the newly-renovated Buddha image.
Wat Ratchaburana nad Wat Nang Phya Is located on the eastern bank of the Nan river, near Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat to the south. These two monasteries, assumed to be built when Phitsanulok City was ruled by King Boromtrailokanat, have linking compounds. Wat Nang Phya has temple or bot but it is known for the so-called "Phra Nang Phya" votive tablets special fine form of the 3-head nagas decorated on their eaves.
King Naresuan the Great Shrine The shrine is located in the compound of the Phitsanulok Phittayakom school, and depicts the seated king ceremoniously declaring Ayuthaya's independence from Burma. The shrine was constructed on the site of the Channdra Palace where King Naresuan was born in 1555.
Topland Hotel & Convention Centre
General OverviewPhitsanulok, one of Thailand's most beautiful and historic province, now boasts its latest deluxe hotel-the 260-room Topland Hotel & Convention Centre which is part of the handsome new Topland Plaza Shopping Complex. An ultra-modern 17 story building completes with indoor parking for 500 cars and rooftop helicopter landing pad. It is conveniently located in the heart of Phitsanulok town, just 7 minutes from the airport and 5 minutes from the railway station. Within the Shopping Centre are department store, large supermarket, food centre, fitness centre, amusement park, and 30-specialty shops. The province of Phitsanulok, some 370 kilometers north of Bangkok, boasts much in the way outstanding tourist attractions. These include Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat temple where the sacred Praputthachinaraj image is located. This is highly revered by both foreigners and Thais. Phitsanulok is also well place as a base to visit other sights in northern Thailand. To the west is Sukhothai, a former capital of Thailand, while northwards are the beautiful cities of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai. Linked to Bangkok by air. Phitsanulok is an exciting and fascinating province and city, which now offers first class accommodation as well. Room InformationThe accommodation in the hotel is deluxe This include 245-standard rooms, nine luxurious business suites, five executive suites and a Royal Suite with Jacuzzi. All rooms have exclusive interiors offering every luxury, useful facilities, and gracious services, all combined to ensure maximal relaxation.
Facilities Information
Cafe' Royal, Chinese Restaurant, Lobby Lounge, Beer Garden, pub, Karaoke, traditional massage, Palace Music Hall, poolside bar, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, snooker club, meeting & convention facilities, Shopping Complex
Address : 68/33 Akathodsarod rd., Muang Amphore Phitsanulok 65000
Phone : +66(055) 247 800 ~14, 245 390~9
Fax : +66(055) 247815, 245395
General Overview
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