About Prang Khao Pu Cha
Prang Khao Pu Cha is a small brick sanctuary on a hilltop in Khiri Mat district, south of Sukhothai Historical Park. A Thai archaeological account places the first building around the 11th century, with changes made later. The door is on the east side, and the other three sides have false doors. Digging and restoration work in 1997 turned up signs of more than one building phase, plus later Buddhist use. Very few visitors come out here. We haven't checked the path up or where to park, so ask locally before you go.
Things to do at Prang Khao Pu Cha
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Climb to the brick tower
Adventure
The sanctuary stands on a hilltop away from the main park. Ask locally about the way up before you set off.
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Look for the false doors
Culture
The real door faces east. The other three sides have doors that were never meant to open.
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Enjoy having it to yourself
Nature
This is well off the usual Sukhothai circuit, so expect it to be quiet.
Boat trips and park access change with the season and weather, so confirm locally before you go.
When to go
Best months for The North: Nov to Jan. Month-by-month guide
- Jan Best
- Feb Good
- Mar Avoid
- Apr Avoid
- May Mixed
- Jun Mixed
- Jul Mixed
- Aug Mixed
- Sep Mixed
- Oct Good
- Nov Best
- Dec Best
Regional weather guide, not specific to Prang Khao Pu Cha. Tap a month for details.
