Wat Si Sukhot is an important historical site located within the area of Chandra Palace, south of the palace, and in the same area as Wat Viharn Thong, which was an important religious site of Phitsanulok in the past.

This temple is believed to have been built during the transition period between the late Sukhothai to early Ayutthaya periods (20th–21st Buddhist centuries), serving as a place for religious ceremonies in the royal area, as well as a monastery for royal servants and people living within the city walls.

The Beauty of Brick Lines and Ancient Art

The important historical site within the temple is the main brick pagoda, which is located on a square base. Although the top of the pagoda has been damaged over time, the strong base structure and the neatly arranged brick lines can still be seen.

All four sides of the pagoda base have niches for housing Buddha images in the Subduing Mara posture in all four directions, reflecting the Buddhist artistic concept popular in the Sukhothai–Ayutthaya art.

Originally, around the base of the pagoda, there were plaster figures of disciples lined up around the pagoda, which added to the beauty and sanctity of the religious site. However, these plasters have been damaged over time. Currently, the Fine Arts Department has restored and created three new plasters to be used as models for visitors to imagine the original form of the temple in the past.

Traces of Ancient Viharas and the Landscape of Serenity

Near the main pagoda, there is also a Vihara base made of laterite, which is believed that the original upper structure was a wooden building and roofed with clay tiles according to the temple architecture in ancient times.

Currently, the area has been restored and landscaped by the Fine Arts Department to become a peaceful outdoor historical learning site amidst lawns and shady trees.

Tourists can easily walk from Wat Viharn Thong to Wat Si Sukhot, making the Chandra Palace area like an outdoor historical museum of Song Kwae that clearly reflects the lifestyle, religion, and architecture of the past.

• Private car: Wat Si Sukhot is located within the area of Chandra Palace, near Somdet Phra Naresuan Maharaj Camp. It is recommended to park at the Chandra Palace Historical Center parking lot and follow the historical site trail to the south.

•  The time period of 07:30 – 10:00 AM has soft sunlight, suitable for taking pictures of ancient bricks.

• You can continuously walk the route King Naresuan Shrine – Wat Viharn Thong – Wat Si Sukhot in the same area.

• It is recommended to read the information signs of the Fine Arts Department to understand the history and layout of the temple in the past.

• Please be careful when walking around and avoid climbing on ancient brick bases.

• If you visit all the historical sites around Chandra Palace, you should allow about 1–2 hours.

Admission Fee:

• Free admission

Opening Hours:

• Open daily 07:00 – 18:00
  (According to the opening hours of Chandra Palace Historical Site)