By geekontheroad on Skatehive
If you want to understand the roots of Thai culture, spending a day in Sukhothai is an absolute must. The history runs deep, the food is incredible, and the old temples offer a quiet escape from busy city life. Before I visited, I knew it was the ancient first capital of Siam, but experiencing it firsthand was completely different. Here is a quick look at my favorite way to spend a day exploring these massive ruins. A Quiet Start: Morning Alms Start your day early just outside the main historical park at Wat Traphang Thong. Around dawn, local monks walk across a wooden bridge to collect daily food offerings. You can easily join in by buying a small woven basket of rice and flowers from nearby street vendors for about 50 to 100 THB. It is a very humbling, traditional Buddhist practice to witness. The Central Ruins After grabbing a quick breakfast at the morning market, head into the central zone of the Sukhothai Historical Park. Founded in 1238, this area marks the true beginning of the