Sukothai

Sukothai is Thailand’s first capital, having been the seat of the Sukothai kingdom from the mid-13th century to the mid-15th century. While it is no longer a major urban centre, Sukothai is still a fascinating ancient city to explore....

Thailand has had three main capitals. Before its current capital Bangkok, there was Ayutthaya; before Ayutthaya, there was Sukhothai. Located in central Thailand, about midway between Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Sukhothai was the capital of the...