1.WAT PHRA SI RATTANA MAHATHAT
This national important temple, commonly called Wat Yai , has its origin dating back to the 14th century and is situated on the river's east bank. The wihan houses what is regarded as the most beautiful and graceful Buddha statue in Thailand - the large bronze sitting statue of Phra Phuttha Chinnarat in the Sukhothai style , dating from the 14th century. A celebration honouring the Chinnarat Buddha image is held in late January. Other prominent features are the hall's large pearl - inlaid doors made in 1756 by royal craftsmen and an 8 metre tall standing Buddha image called Phra Attharot. Phra Attharot, which cast in the same period as the Chinnarat Buddha, was originally housed in a large hall which has now crumbled away . In the centre of the compound is a great Khmer -style pagoda or prang. It is thought the structure was originally a lotus bud shaped stupa of Sukhothai style and was altered into a prang during the early Ayutthaya period.
2. WAT NANG PHAYA
Wat Nang Phaya is located on the eastern bank of the Nan River, near Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat to the south. Both temples are assumed to be built when Phitsanulok City was ruled by King Boromtrailokanat , have linking compounds. Wat Nang Phaya features a wihan but there is no ubosot and it is known for the so called " Phra Nang Phaya " votive tablet which is one of the famous 5 great auspicious amulets in Thailand.
3.WAT RATCHABURANA
Situated on the east bank of the Nan River and south of Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat , this temple also survived the fire. The ordination hall features a graceful three -headed Naga ( mythical serpent) over its eaves and murals painted in the early 19th century. It was built by King Boromtrailokanat who played a major role in fostering Buddhism in the province.
4. WAT CHEDI YOT THONG
Located on Phaya Sua Road, this temple has a 15th century lotus bud shaped chedi of the typical Sukhothai style, the only such structure left in the province.
5. WAT CHULA MANI
Located on the east bank of the Nan River, about 5 kms, south of the town centre on the Boromtrailokanat Road, this temple was the site of the original town. King Boromtrailokanat , accompanied by more than 2000 folloers, was ordained as a monk here in 1416. An important ancient structure in the temple is the hall containing a holy footprint and inscription stone built by King Narai the Great of Ayutthaya. There is also a Khmer style pagoda ( Prang) built with laterite, adorned with intricate swan designs.
6.KING NARESUAN THE GREAT SHRINE
The shrine is located on the site of the former Chan Palace, the birthplace and residence of King Naresuan the Great who is a revered king famous for defending the nation from the Burmese. Located close to the river on the west bank, it features a statue of the King declaring independence from Burma.
7. SERGAENT -MAJOR DR THAWI PIM BURANAKHET'S FOLKLORE MUSEUM
This museum on Wisutkasat Road is regarded as the folklore museum with the greatest collection of indigenous arts and utensils. A labour of love by Dr Thawi, the museum displays pottery , kitchenware , agricultural tools and musical instruments , all reflecting the lifestyle and creativity of the traditional community. Open Tuesday to Sunday between 8.30am - 4.30pm
8. BUDDHA - CASTING FOUNDRY
Situated opposite the Folkre Museum and also created by Dr Thawi , the Foundry specializes in casting bronze Buddha images and statues , mostly replicas of the Chinnarat Buddha in all sizes. It is open on Tuesday to Sunday between 8.30 am - 4.30 pm
9. CITY WALLS
Originally made of clay like those of Sukhothai , the city walls were built during the Ayutthaya period to deter raids from Lanna and Burma and the remnants can be seen to the north and east of town. Part of the old 12 m wide city moat still exist to the west of town parallel to Phra Ruang Road. Located within the compound of Phitsanulok Phittayakhom School are the remains of Chan Palace, the birthplace of King Naresuan the Great , which are being excavated at present.
This national important temple, commonly called Wat Yai , has its origin dating back to the 14th century and is situated on the river's east bank. The wihan houses what is regarded as the most beautiful and graceful Buddha statue in Thailand - the large bronze sitting statue of Phra Phuttha Chinnarat in the Sukhothai style , dating from the 14th century. A celebration honouring the Chinnarat Buddha image is held in late January. Other prominent features are the hall's large pearl - inlaid doors made in 1756 by royal craftsmen and an 8 metre tall standing Buddha image called Phra Attharot. Phra Attharot, which cast in the same period as the Chinnarat Buddha, was originally housed in a large hall which has now crumbled away . In the centre of the compound is a great Khmer -style pagoda or prang. It is thought the structure was originally a lotus bud shaped stupa of Sukhothai style and was altered into a prang during the early Ayutthaya period.
2. WAT NANG PHAYA
Wat Nang Phaya is located on the eastern bank of the Nan River, near Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat to the south. Both temples are assumed to be built when Phitsanulok City was ruled by King Boromtrailokanat , have linking compounds. Wat Nang Phaya features a wihan but there is no ubosot and it is known for the so called " Phra Nang Phaya " votive tablet which is one of the famous 5 great auspicious amulets in Thailand.
3.WAT RATCHABURANA
Situated on the east bank of the Nan River and south of Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat , this temple also survived the fire. The ordination hall features a graceful three -headed Naga ( mythical serpent) over its eaves and murals painted in the early 19th century. It was built by King Boromtrailokanat who played a major role in fostering Buddhism in the province.
4. WAT CHEDI YOT THONG
Located on Phaya Sua Road, this temple has a 15th century lotus bud shaped chedi of the typical Sukhothai style, the only such structure left in the province.
5. WAT CHULA MANI
Located on the east bank of the Nan River, about 5 kms, south of the town centre on the Boromtrailokanat Road, this temple was the site of the original town. King Boromtrailokanat , accompanied by more than 2000 folloers, was ordained as a monk here in 1416. An important ancient structure in the temple is the hall containing a holy footprint and inscription stone built by King Narai the Great of Ayutthaya. There is also a Khmer style pagoda ( Prang) built with laterite, adorned with intricate swan designs.
6.KING NARESUAN THE GREAT SHRINE
The shrine is located on the site of the former Chan Palace, the birthplace and residence of King Naresuan the Great who is a revered king famous for defending the nation from the Burmese. Located close to the river on the west bank, it features a statue of the King declaring independence from Burma.
7. SERGAENT -MAJOR DR THAWI PIM BURANAKHET'S FOLKLORE MUSEUM
This museum on Wisutkasat Road is regarded as the folklore museum with the greatest collection of indigenous arts and utensils. A labour of love by Dr Thawi, the museum displays pottery , kitchenware , agricultural tools and musical instruments , all reflecting the lifestyle and creativity of the traditional community. Open Tuesday to Sunday between 8.30am - 4.30pm
8. BUDDHA - CASTING FOUNDRY
Situated opposite the Folkre Museum and also created by Dr Thawi , the Foundry specializes in casting bronze Buddha images and statues , mostly replicas of the Chinnarat Buddha in all sizes. It is open on Tuesday to Sunday between 8.30 am - 4.30 pm
9. CITY WALLS
Originally made of clay like those of Sukhothai , the city walls were built during the Ayutthaya period to deter raids from Lanna and Burma and the remnants can be seen to the north and east of town. Part of the old 12 m wide city moat still exist to the west of town parallel to Phra Ruang Road. Located within the compound of Phitsanulok Phittayakhom School are the remains of Chan Palace, the birthplace of King Naresuan the Great , which are being excavated at present.
