Time Traveling on a Bicycle
Founded in the middle of the 13th century, Sukhothai, which means “Dawn of
Happiness”, also marked the dawning of the first Siamese Kingdom and the birth
of Thai language. It was a golden age for classical Thai art, architecture and
Buddhism. To traverse these magnificent ruins in the World Heritage Site of
Sukhothai Historical Park – Thailand’s equivalent of Ankor Wat – rent a mountain
bike for a pittance.
You can also cycle leisurely along the World Heritage Site of AyutthayaHistorical Park and around the ancient town which was once considered the most
glorious town and trading port in Asia. There are not many towns in the world
where you can drive by the ruins of a 15th century pagoda, just down the street,
but that’s the magic of Ayutthaya for you.
