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Namtok Sai Thip

CONTENTS

HOW TO GET THERE 7

ATTRACTIONS 8

Amphoe Mueang Uttaradit 8

Amphoe Laplae 11

Amphoe Tha Pla 16

Amphoe Thong Saen Khan 18

Amphoe Nam Pat 19

EVENTS & FESTIVALS 23

LOCAL PRODUCTS AND SOUVENIRS 25

INTERESTING ACTIVITIES 27

Agro-tourism 27

Golf Course 27

EXAMPLES OF TOUR PROGRAMMES 27

FACILITIES IN UTTARADIT 28

Accommodations 28

Restaurants 30

USEFUL CALLS 32

UttaraditWat Chedi Khiri Wihan

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Uttaradit has a long history, proven by discovery of artefacts, dating back to pre-historic times, down to the Ayutthaya and Thonburi periods. Mueang Phichai and Sawangkhaburi were Ayutthaya’s most strategic outposts. The site of the original town, then called Bang Pho Tha It, which was Mueang Phichai’s dependency, was located on the right bank of the Nan River. It flourished as a port for goods transportation. As a result, King Rama V elevated its status from Tambon or sub-district into Mueang or town but was still under Mueang Phichai. King Rama V re-named it Uttaradit, literally the Port of the North. Later Uttaradit became more prosperous, and its status was elevated once again into a province. The town of Phichai became just a district under Uttaradit.Uttaradit, cover an area of 7,838 square kilometres, is a province in the lower North of Thailand. Prominent landmarks include Sila Asna bedstead, the mystical legend of Mueang Laplae, sweet langsat, and birthplace of the valiant and patriotic hero Phraya Phichai Dap Hak, who fought alongside King Taksin the Great.

ADMINISTRATIONUttaradit is administratively divided into 9 districts; namely, Amphore Mueang Uttaradit, Amphoe Tron, Amphoe Tha Pla, Amphoe Nam Pat, Amphoe Fak Tha, Amphoe Ban Khok, Amphoe Phichai, Amphoe Laplae, and Amphoe Thong Saen Khan. BOUNDARIESNorth : borders with Phrae and Nan.East : borders with Phitsanulok, Loei, and Lao PDR.

South : borders with Phitsanulok.West : borders with Sukhothai.

HOW TO GET THEREBy Car: Uttaradit is located 491 kilometres from Bangkok. Two routes are available: 1. From Bangkok, take Highway No. 1 and No. 32 to Nakhon Sawan via Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Ang Thong, Sing Buri, and Chai Nat. Then, use Highway No. 117 and No. 11 to Uttaradit via Phitsanulok.2. From Bangkok, drive to Amphoe In Buri via the Bangkok–Sing Buri route (Highway No. 311). Switch to Highway No. 11 (In Buri-Tak Fa route) onto Highway No. 12 (Phitsanulok-Lom Sak route). Turn left and proceed 8 kilometres further. Take a right turn onto Highway No. 11 for Uttaradit. By Bus: The Transport Company Limited provides air-conditioned and non air-conditioned buses from the Northern Bus Terminal (Chatuchak) on Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road to Uttaradit daily. For more information, Tel: 1490, 0 2793 8111 www.transport.co.th or Uttaradit transport Co., Ltd. Tel. 1584, 0 5581 6796 In addition, private bus companies operating daily bus services to Uttaradit are Cherdchai Tour Tel. 0 2936 0199, 0 5541 2354) and Win Tour Tel. 0 2936 3753-4, 0 5541 3592 Uttaradit Bus Station Tel. 0 5540 3829By Train: Trains depart the Bangkok Railway Station (Hua Lamphong) to Uttaradit every day. Contact the Bangkok Railway Station at Tel. 1690, 0 2220 4444 www.thairailticket.com Uttaradit Railway Station Tel. 0 5541 1023

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Local TransportationThere are various modes of local transportation for visitors to choose from:- Song Thaeo, a local form of transport running around the provincial town, available at community areas like Uttaradit Terminal.- Motor tricycle and taxi motorcycle running within downtown Uttaradit, with starting points at the Uttaradit Bus Terminal. The fare can be either agreed by distance or chartered.

Distances from Amphoe Mueang Uttaradit to other districtsUttaradit is administratively divided into the following 9 districts or Amphoe:Laplae 8 kilometresTron 25 kilometresTha Pla 40 kilometresThong Saen Khan 42 kilometresPhichai 47 kilometresNam Pat 72 kilometresFak Tha 115 kilometresBan Khok 160 kilometres

Distances from Uttaradit to Nearby ProvincesPhre 74 kilometreSukhothai 100 kilometrePhitsanulok 118 kilometreNan 191 kilometreLoei 387 kilometre

ATTRACTIONSAmphoe Mueang UttaraditWat Tha Thanon (วัดท่าถนน) built on the bank of the Nan River and just opposite the Uttaradit Railway Station, Wat Tha Thanon or formerly called Wat Wang Tao Mor is

located on Kasem Rat Road, Tambon Tha It. Wat Tha Thanon today houses the provincial Buddha image of Luangpho Phet, a Chiang Saen-style Buddhist statue cast in bronze in the so-called diamond posture. According to records, in 1893, on his way back from performing a religious ritual in Wat Sawang Arom, Tambon Phai Lom, Amphoe Laplae, the abbot Luangpho Duang of Wat Mon Mai passed a deserted temple, Wat Sakae, and noticed a Buddha’s head finial emerged from an anthill. He unearthed a beautiful bronze Buddha image and enshrined it at Wat Tha Thanon. However, Luangpho Phet was later brought and enshrined at Wat Benchamabophit in Bangkok for 10 years at the request of King Rama V. Then, Luang Naruenatseni (Phan) took it back to Wat Tha Thanon under the king’s permission.

Wat Thammathipatai (วัดธรรมาธิปไตย) centrally located in the city, at the In Chai Mi-Samran Ruen Intersection, Wat Thammathipatai or formerly called Wat Ton Makham is where door panels of the large and ancient wihan (image hall) of Wat Phra Fang are kept-within the Dhammasapha building. The panels, made of Alangium wood, measure 1.1 metres width x 5.3 metres height x 0.16 metres depth. The carved traditional design is of the graceful style of the Ayutthaya period. The mazy Kanok Kan Khot design comprises the Phum Khao Bin and Kanok Bai Thet patterns. These intricately carved ancient door panels are rated second only to those of Wat Suthat in Bangkok.

Wat Yai Tha Sao (วัดใหญ่ท่าเสา) located on Samran Ruen Road and adjacent to Tha Sao Railway Station, Tambon Tha Sao,

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is Wat Yai Tha Sao. The ordination hall features beautiful wood-carved door panels. In addition, there is the unconventionally colourful ancient scripture hall where the Tripitaka is kept.

Phraya Phichai Dap Hak Monument (อนุสาวรีย์พระยาพิชัยดาบหัก) This is located in front of the City Hall in honour of Phraya Phichai for his bravery, patriotism and self sacrifice. As governor of Mueang Phichai during the Thonburi Period, he valiantly fought with Burmese invaders until one of his swords broke in two in 1773. But he prevailed over them. Hence the sobriquet “Phraya Phichai Dap Hak” or “Phichai the Broken Sword”. This monument was built by the Fine Arts Department and inaugurated on 20 February, 1969. Within the

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Wat Yai Tha Sao

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monument area features the Museum of the World’s Largest Lek Nam Phi Steel Sword, which weighs 557.8 kilogrammes. It has a sheath and a handle of Burmese ebony wood embedded with mother-of-pearl designs and girdled with incised silver casings. In addition, there is the Phraya Phichai Dap Hak Museum, which displays his biography, models of the battlefield, the locals’ way of life during the Ayutthaya period, as well as, a collection of ancient tools. Open: 8.00 a.m.-6.00 p.m.

Wat Klang (วัดกลาง) three kilometres from Amphoe Mueang Uttaradit on Thanon Charoen Tham, Tambon

Ban Kae, is an old temple with beautiful plaster bas-reliefs over the ubosot or ordination hall, built in the Ayutthaya period. However, the name of the builder is unknown. The ubosot enshrines the principle stucco Buddha image primed with lacquer and gold inlay. The image is a mixture of the early Rattanakosin period and Laotian style (Luang Prabang). In addition, the temple features rare mural paintings of the early Rattanakosin period depicting the Jataka and congregation of angels. For more information please contact Tel: 08 9566 9419

Wat Phra Fang Sawangkhaburi Muninat (วัดพระฝางสวางคบุรีมุนีนาถ) located on the bank of the Nan River, Mu 3 Ban Phra Fang, Tambon Pha Chuk, was the venue where Chao Phra Fang, the ruler of Mueang Sawangkhaburi, who was in monkhood but dressed in an unconventional Buddhist robe, used to stay. Chao Phra Fang led a liberation group, who gathered in his city after the second fall of the Kingdom of Ayutthaya. The layout of Wat Phra Fang includes the ordination hall or bot with intricate carved door panels. It is located at the back. Also, there is the circular stupa enshrining the relics of Lord Buddha, which was restored in the reign of King Rama IV. In addition, tourists will find the main image hall, which faces east. This was where a Chiang Saen-style Buddha image was formerly enshrined. The magnificent and intricately carved door panels of this image hall are now kept at Wat Thammathipatai.To get there: It is about 25 kilometres from the provincial city of Uttaradit by Highway No. 1045 onto Highway No. 11. Turn right for about 2 kilometres toward Phitsanulok province and

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turn left at the T-junction about 14 kilometres further.

Water Hyacinth Woven Product Group (กลุ่มหัตถกรรมผลิตภัณฑ์ผักตบชวา) located at Ban Tha, Mu 5, Tambon Hat Kruat, which is 12 kilometres from the provincial city of Uttaradit. Supported by the cooperation of the Northern Industrial Promotion Centre of Phitsanulok province and the Office of Industries, Uttaradit province, this Water Hyacinth Woven Product Group is the cooperation of the Tha Chawa Housewife Group, who produce a variety of delicate, stylishly designed and affordable household decorations and souvenirs such as lamps, vases, bags, baskets, and slippers. For more details,

contact Khun Payao Keawthong, Chairperson, Tel. 0 5544 5372 or Khumnan Praiwan, Village headman Tel. 08 7200 1247.To get there: follow the Wang Kaphi route (Highway No. 1040) and turn left towards Amphoe Tron. Go straight and cross the bridge. Proceed until the T-junction and turn right for some 2.5 kilometres (Highway No. 1204), where the entrance sign of the industrial community is visible on the left-hand side. Proceed 300 metres further.

Amphoe LaplaeAmphoe Laplae can be reached from the provincial city of Uttaradit, which is just 9 kilometres away, by taking Highway No. 102 for about 3 kilometres. Then, take a right

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turn onto Highway No. 1041 and continue 6 kilometres further. The district was originally an ancient town during the Ayutthaya Period. King Rama V paid a royal visit in 1901. According to the assumption of HRH Prince Damrong Rajanubhab, Amphoe Laplae served as a secret hide-out for people from Phrae and Nan, who fled from enemy or calamity as its location was sandwiched in between mountains. Geographically, it was a labyrinth to strangers. Apart from many interesting historical attractions, Laplae district is also a major producer of handicraft products like the traditional hand-woven textile such as Pha Sin Tin Chok or hand-woven women’s sarong. In addition, there are brooms and langsat, the province’s famous fruit.

Phra Si Phanommat Memorial (อนุสาวรีย์พระศรีพนมมาศ) was built to commemorate the community leader highly respected by the townspeople during the reign of King Rama V, the statue of Phra Si Phanommat stands elegantly at Talat Laplae Intersection. Formerly called Thong-in, the Chinese-descended tax collector of alcohol products contributed tremendously to the development of the community and was rewarded with the honorary rank of Khun Phisanchinakit, as well as, promoted to Phra Si Phanommat in 1908.

Wat Phra Borommathat Thung Yang (วัดพระบรมธาตุทุ่งยั้ง) Mu 3, Ban Thung Yang, Tambon Thung Yang. Formerly called Wat Mahathat, this ancient temple is linked with 2 other adjacent temples, Wat Phra Yuen Phutthabat Yukhon and Wat Phra

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Thaen Sila At, regarding the myth of the Lord Buddha’s visit. Wat Phra Borommathat Thung Yang comprises a Lanna-style wihan in the front. Next is Phra Borommathat Thung Yang, which is a round bell-shaped stupa containing the relics of the Lord Buddha. The stupa stands on a 3-tiered square base. The lower base has a small chedi at each of the 4 corners. The 3rd tier of the base has a niche on each of the 4 sides that are assumed to have been restored afterwards.To get there: It is about 3 kilometres from the provincial city of Uttaradit by taking Highway No. 102. Wat Phra Borommathat Thung Yang will be on the left-hand side.

Wat Phra Yuen Phutthabat Yukhon (วัดพระยืนพุทธบาทยุคล) located 500 metres from Wat Phra Borommathat

Thung Yang along Highway No. 102, Wat Phra Yuen Phutthabat Yukhon is visible on the left-hand side, close to the intersection. Inside features a mondop, a square structure, of the Chiang Saen style covering the Buddha’s footprints on a 1.5 metre lotus base. In addition, there is a bronze Buddha image in the Subduing Mara posture measuring 55 inches in lap width and 66 inches in height. The Buddha image is of the Sukhothai art and is named Luangpho Phuttharangsi. It was previously enshrined in the mondop and was covered entirely with cement. Later, the cement was removed and the image was relocated to the new ubosot.

Wat Phra Thaen Sila At (วัดพระแท่นศิลาอาสน์) situated at Ban Phra Thaen, Tambon Thung Yang, just a little further from Wat Phra Yuen is Wat Phra Thaen Sila At. The temple houses a

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rectangular laterite seat measuring 8 x 10 x 3 feet. The base is decorated with a pattern of lotus petals. It is believed to have been made during the Sukhothai period by an unknown person according to the legend that Bodhisattva, the previous lives of the Lord Buddha, attained the state of precepts here. In 1908, the mondop, a square structure, and the wihan, an assembly hall, were burned in a forest fire, leaving only the laterite seat. It was restored in the reign of King Rama V. The intricately crafted teak door panels of this temple previously belonged to the wihan of Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat in Phitsanulok province, where Phra Phuttha Chinnarat is enshrined. An annual homage-paying fair is held on the full moon day of the 3rd lunar month. Contact Tel. 0 5545 3568.In addition, there is a 2-storey Local Museum in the sermon hall, which is of the Lanna-style, located within the compound of Wat Phra Thaen Sila At. Made of wood, this museum was built by Mr. Chalermsilp Chayaphalo. There are beds of flowers and a herbal garden in front. Downstairs displays ancient tools for catching marine animals and paddleboats. While, upstairs displays the traditional lifestyle of palace dwellers and the locals, basketry, blacksmith tools, construction tools, traditional herbal medicine blending appliances, Sangkhalok ceramics from the Sukhothai period, royal preaching pulpit, ancient pulpit of the Ayutthaya artisan, Buddha image crafted out of an old bodhi tree, Buddha images of the Sukhothai and Ayutthaya styles, as well as, the arts and cultures of the northern locals. Open daily between 8.00 a.m.-5.00 p.m. Admission is free of charge.

Wat Chedi Khiri Wihan (วัดเจดีย์คีรีวิหาร) Mu 1, Ban Wat Pa, Tambon Fai Luang, on the way to Mae Phun Waterfall. The main stupa in the round bell shape enshrines the Holy relics of the Lord Buddha. The presiding Buddha image is of the beautiful Sukhothai style. The door panels and gables are beautiful woodcarvings.To get there: It is about 10 kilometres from the provincial city of Uttaradit by taking Highway No. 1043.

Chao Faham Kuman Monument (อนุสาวรีย์เจ้าฟ้าฮ่ามกุมาร) Mu 7, Ban Thong Laplae, Tambon Fai Luang. Chao Faham Kuman was the first ruler of Mueang Laplae. This monument, 12 kilometres from the provincial city of Uttaradit, is accessible by Highway No.1043 from Amphoe Laplae.

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Wat Don Sak (วัดดอนสัก) Ban Ton Muang, Tambon Fai Luang, near Wat Don Sak School, about 1 kilometre from the district office. Geographically, Wat Don Sak is situated on an earth mound, previously covered with teak or sak in Thai, hence, its name. This temple is believed to have been built toward the end of the Ayutthaya period. It was mostly burned down, during which many artefacts, except the image hall from the Ayutthaya period, were destroyed. The description of the image hall include its facing east, 3-layered tile roofing, woodcarving gable, woodcarving door panels-featuring the Kanok Thai style pattern and the intertwined spiral design with pictures of swan, angels in adoration, and mystical giants. The wooden eaves brackets

are beautifully crafted into Naga figures. The octagonal columns are made of bricks and cement with lotus-shaped column capitals. The faded murals on the inner wall and columns depict Jataka stories. In addition, there is a beautifully crafted ancient preaching pulpit decorated with colourful mirror glass.

Namtok Mae Phun (น�้าตกแม่พูล) Mu 4, Ban Ton Kluea, Tambon Mae Phun. It runs through man-made cataracts at different levels down a high mountain. It offers a serene surrounding and there is a langsat orchard nearby. An ideal spot with souvenir shops, restaurants, and parking lot available.To get there: It is a distance of 8 kilometres from the provincial city to Amphoe Laplae.

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Proceed onto Highway No. 1043 for another 12 kilometres. Alternatively, use the local bus service at Thanon Tula Sathit in the provincial city of Uttaradit. Buses depart every 30 minutes during 6.00 a.m.-5.30 p.m.

Mon Laplae (ม่อนลับแล) is the folk restaurant that is surrounding by nature, on the same route to Mae Phun Waterfall, about 1 km. from Sri Noppamat junction. Tourists might spend leisure time here with delicious folk dishes that you would try the taste of native, natural and wondered legend of Uttaradit called “Mueang Laplae”. Weaving House collected native fabrics of Mueang Laplae from the past to the present.

Souvenir House sells folk handicraft, native woven cloth, local food, seasonal fruits, health beverages and unique souvenir of Mueang Laplae. Cultural Destination of Mueang Laplae There is available service to guide tourists to the destination of cultural and legend by biking with local guide to visit archaeological sites, and agricultural tourist attractions, and pleasingly looking to the unseen process of fruit delivery over the mountain by wire which is used only this place in Thailand. Moreover, tourists will feel the exotic taste of local durian called “Pan Lhong Laplae” and “Lhin Laplae” and Langsat, Longkong, Langkong fruits. Uttaradit is a plentiful fruits, also known as “Mount of Eating”. One day, one time on the happy route of amazing wondered city to alluringly find, tourists would get the happiness more than you can imagine. Mon Laplae is waiting for all tourists to find and feel our warm welcome. Tel. 0 5543 1439, 08 1785 2477 opens daily: 10.00 a.m.–09.00 p.m.

Amphoe Tha PlaLamnam Nan National Park (อุทยานแห่งชาติล�าน�้าน่าน) covers the area of Phrae, Nan, and Uttaradit provinces. It is a complex mountain range comprising various kinds of abundant forests. It is also a water source of the reservoir above the Sirikit Dam. It covers a total area of 624,468 rai and consists of mixed deciduous forest, dry evergreen forest, hill evergreen forest, and deciduous dipterocarp forest, where the leaves will transform into beautiful colours during winter, and is a habitat of various types of animals such as barking deer, deer, wild boars, bears and more than 200 kinds of birds.

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Lamnam Nan National Park was announced a national park on 30 September 1998. The top of the park is the Phu Phaya Pho summit with a height of 1,350 metres. It forms a boundary between Phrae and Uttaradit. It is cool all year. There is heavy rain during May and September, while it is cold during winter.Interesting Attractions are as follows:Aquarium (อาคารแสดงพันธุ ์ปลาน�้ าจืด ) is accommodate river fish such as Silver carp, opens 08.00 a.m.–05.00 p.m. Sirikit Dam Reservoir (อ่างเก็บน�้าเข่ือนสิริกิต์ิ) covers an area of 203 square kilometres, this large reservoir offers many rapids and islands, an ideal spot for rafting and sightseeing.Scenic Spot (จุดชมวิว) The tranquility and cool temperature of the Pa Daeng-Nam Krai-Lamnam Nang Phaya route, which is a detour along the edge of the mountain cutting through dry evergreen forest and hill evergreen forest, offers many flora such as wild orchids, Phaya Suea Khrong (Prunus cerasoides D. Don), and various types of fern.Natural Trails (เส้นทางเดินศึกษาธรรมชาติ) two routes are available, which are 2.5 kilometres and 4 kilometres respectively, and offer many scenic spots along the way. The panoramic view of the Sirikit Dam Reservoir is visible.Kaeng Nang Phaya (แก่งนางพญา) these are beautiful rapids of various sizes in the Nang Phaya Stream. Water runs all year-round.In addition, many small waterfalls such as Namtok Choeng Thong, Namtok Huai Mun, and Namtok Doi Pha Mok are located within Lamnam Nan National Park. Water runs all year-round because of the rich verdant water source.These waterfalls, which are located near the Choeng Thong National Park’s ranger station,

are more accessible via Phrae province. From the provincial city of Phrae, proceed on the same route with Wat Phrathat Cho Hae. Turn left and proceed 9 kilometres further.To get there: Lamnam Nan National Park is located 45 kilometres from the provincial city of Uttaradit. Follow Highway No. 1045, Km. 43-44 (Uttaradit-Sirikit Dam route), Ruam Chit T-junction, and Huai Charoen T-junction. Take a left turn and proceed 4 kilometres further.Bungalows and camping ground are also available. For more details, contact the Lamnam Nan National Park Tourist Centre, Tel. 0 5543 6751 or Department of National Park, Wildlife and Flora, Bangkok, Tel. 0 2562 0760 www.dnp.go.th

Sirikit Dam (เขื่อนสิริกิติ์) is an earthen dam built to dam up the Nan River at Ban Pha Som, Tambon Pha Lueat. The dam’s crest is 810 metres long, 12 metres wide and 113.6 metres high. The upstream part of the dam boasts beautiful scenery especially during sunset. A Buddha image of Phra Phutthasirisattarat is enshrined in front of the dam. Tourists can contact the Public Relations Centre for the following services; dam sightseeing tour, accommodation booking, bicycle rental, boat rental to cruise the reservoir, and trekking within the dam area. Boating service in the Sirikit Dam costs 3,000 baht/hour (able to accommodate 30-80 people). In addition, Sirikit Dam provides accommodation and 18-hole golf course. Sirikit Dam opens daily: 08.00 a.m.–04.00 p.m. Boat rental is closed on Saturday-Sunday.For more details and bookings, Tel. 0 5546 1134, 0 5546 1140 www.

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sirikitdam.egat.comTo get there: From the provincial city of Uttaradit, proceed via Highway No. 1045 (Sirikit Dam-Tha Pla route). The total distance is 58 kilometres. Alternatively, catch a public bus Uttaradit-Fak Tha-Ban Khok line, which stops at the clock tower on the Samran Ruen Road. Tourists can also take a taxi from the Uttaradit Railway Station.

Ban Tha Ruea (บ้านท่าเรือ)community near the Dam, is located at Mu 9, Ban Tha Ruea. Raft services to the reservoir and the lake are available. Tourists can either stay overnight or take a one-day trip. Meals are included. For more information, contact Phae Kesinee Tour, Tel. 08 1605 6211 or Panya

tour Tel. 08 7204 2739 and Kesinee Tour Tel. 08 7204 2739.To get there: From Amphoe Tha Pla T-junction, take a left turn onto Highway No. 1146. Then, take another left turn onto Highway No. 1163 for 6 kilometres. Turn right and switch to Highway No. 1341 for another 4 kilometres. Keep going straight at the junction, which leads to the earthen dam, for Ban Tha Ruea.

Amphoe Thong Saen KhanBo Lek Nam Phi (บ่อเหล็กน�้าพี้) Mu 1 Ban Nam Phi, Tambon Nam Phi, tourists will find the roadside filled with stalls selling amulets, knives, and swords made from high grade steel called Lek Nam Phi. In addition, there are locally made brooms for sale. As such,

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Bo Lek Nam Phi is the source of the best quality steel used to fashion swords and weapons in ancient times. Two sites where ore was once extracted are still visible. Ores from one of these two sources, “Bo Phra Saeng” are reserved to be used to make swords for the king only. While those extracted from “Bo Phra Khan” were used to fashion weapons for kings in the past. Bo Lek Nam Phi Museum is located within this area. It displays the history of Lek Nam Phi. The museum exhibits the complete procedures of making high-grade hand-forged Lek Nam Phi swords, which were the weapons of ancient Thai warriors. The area is decorated with beds of flowers. Shops selling Lek Nam Phi amulets and

souvenirs and snack kiosks are available. This museum was officially opened on 12 August, 1999. Admission is free of charge. Open daily during 8.00 a.m.-5.00 p.m. To get there: It is 40 kilometres from the provincial city of Uttaradit. Take Highway No. 1245 towards Amphoe Thong Saen Khan via Highway No. 11. Then, take a right turn towards Wat Nam Phi and proceed 3 kilometres further.

Amphoe Nam PatTon Sak Yai Forest Park (วนอุทยานต้นสักใหญ่) Mu 4, Ban Pang Kleua, Tambon Nam Khrai, about 92 kilometres from the provincial city of Uttaradit. Covering an area of 22,000 rai, the

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main flora of Ton Sak Yai Forest Park is mixed deciduous forest. A 1,500 year-old giant teak tree was found here in 1927. It is 37 metres high and has a circumference of 9.58 metres. Though its topmost part was broken by a storm, the trunk is still intact. The teak tree is well taken care of. A 2-kilometre trekking route is available. Contact the Regional Office 11 (Uttaradit), Tambon Nam Pat, Tel: 0 5525 8028.To get there: Proceed from the provincial city of Uttaradit to Ban Pa Khanun T-junction via Highway No. 1047. The roadside is filled with deciduous dipterocarp forest and teak forest, where the leaves will transform into beautiful colours during winter. Passing the entrance to

Khlong Tron National Park, the total distance to Ton Sak Yai Forest Park is 53 kilometres. Upon returning, the road makes a detour through the teak forest and cuts back to the original route. This route further leads to Sirikit Dam and Tha Pla.

Phu Soi Dao National Park (อุทยานแห่งชาติภูสอยดาว) covers an area of 149,375 rai in Amphoe Ban Khok, Amphoe Nam Pat, Uttaradit, and Amphoe Chat Trakan, Phitsanulok. It was announced a national park in 1994. Geographically, it consists of high mountains along the Thai-Laotian border, whose summit is Phu Soi Dao which is 2,102 metres above sea level. Its topography consists of high mountains covered with undulating hill evergreen forest with prairie and pine forest such as the forest of Son Sam Bai (Pinus kesiya). It is cool nearly all year with various kinds of wild flowers such as Ngon Nak (Murdannia giganteum) and wild ground flowers, which grow in the pine forest of Phu Soi Dao. The national park can be visited all year. However, colourful flowers bloom during the rainy season. It is recommended to visit the park at the end of the rainy season and at the beginning of winter.Interesting Attractions are as follows:Namtok Phu Soi Dao (น�้าตกภูสอยดาว) is near the tourist centre, this medium-sized waterfall comprises 5 cataracts. Water is available all year-round and very vigorous during the rainy months. Each cataract is easily accessible by the stairs provided.Lan Son (ลานสน) The steep path towards the Lan Son Summit, which passes different foothills like Noen Song Yat, Noen Prap Sian, Noen Pa Ko,

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Noen Suea Khrong, and Noen Morana (the steepest), is easily accessible by trekking along the mountain ridge. Such path is 6.5 kilometres and takes 5-6 hours on foot. The destination is filled with savanna, Pinus merkusii, and Pinus kesiya. In addition, the colour coordination between the purple of Murdannia giganteum and the yellow Utricularia bifida Linn., as well as, other flowers in bloom is a spectacular view. Lan Son is an ideal spot for watching the sunset. However, no accommodation or food is currently available. Tourists have to bring their own tents and food supplies. A porter service is available, and visitors must contact the park in advance. An authorized officer will be

Phu Soi Dao National Park

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appointed as a guide. Lan Son is only accessible during 8.00 a.m.-1.00 p.m.Namtok Sai Thip (น�า้ตกสายทพิย์) located at Lan Son. It comprises 7 cataracts and is accessible by a steep path along the valley.Accommodation and camping area are provided in the park. For more information, please contact the Department of National Park, Wildlife and Flora, Bangkok, Tel. 0 2562 0760 www.dnp.go.th, or Phu Soi Dao National Park, Tambon Huai Mun, Amphoe Nam Pat, Uttaradit, 53110, Tel. 0 5543 6001-2. To get there: From Uttaradit, take Highway No. 1045. Pass Sirikit Dam to Amphoe Nam Pat, a distance of 68 kilometres. Then, take Highway No. 1239 to Ban Huai Mun for 47 kilometres. From there, take Highway No.1268 for 18 kilometres to Namtok Phu Soi Dao. It is the starting point of the walk to the Lan Son Summit. Alternatively, take the hourly air-conditioned bus service, which operates during 6.00 a.m.-5.00 p.m., from Talat Ton Pho in the provincial city of Uttaradit to Amphoe Nam Pat. The trip takes two and a half hours. Get off at the hospital of Amphoe Nam Pat and hire a local mini-bus (Song Thaeo) service to Phu Soi Dao. For those who wish to return via Amphoe Chat Trakan of Phitsanulok province, the Song Thaeo service is for rent. This way takes two hours.

Khlong Tron National Park (อุทยานแห่งชาติคลองตรอน) covers the area of Amphoe Nam Pat and Amphoe Thong Saen Khan of Uttaradit province. The total area is 278,125 rai. The forest is still very intact. It consists of gigantic canals and creeks. The general condition of the forest consists of dry evergreen forest, hill evergreen

forest, pine forest, mixed deciduous forest and deciduous dipterocarp forest. Wildlife that can be discovered are Sumatran serows, bears, barking deer, mouse deer, clouded leopard, fishing cat, common palm civet, Indochinese ground squirrel, and porcupine. To get there: From Uttaradit to Amphoe Nam Pat, take Highway No. 1045 for 68 kilometres. From Nam Pat District Office, take Highway No. 1212 (Huai Duea–Ban Phia) to Ban Ton Khanun for 23 kilometres to the national park. Khlong Tron National Park is situated at Mu 3, Tambon Nam Khrai, Amphoe Nam Pat, Uttaradit 53110 www.dnp.go.th Tel. 0 5528 2347.Interesting Attractions are as follows:Namtok Khlong Tron (น�า้ตกคลองตรอน) Namtok Khlong Tron takes its source from Khlong Tron Creek. There are basically two waterfalls here. The first one, which is a 4-cataract waterfall standing at 20 metres high, is 1.5 kilometres away from the second one, which is 30 metres high. Accessible solely on foot.Namtok Huai Khom (น�้าตกห้วยคอม) located at the centre of Huai Khom or Khom Creek, Ban Huai Khom, Tambon Nam Phai. There are three waterfalls here. The first one, which is a 1-cataract waterfall standing at 15 metres high, is 200 metres away from the second one, which is a 2-cataract waterfall standing at 15 metres high. While the third one, which is a 1-cataract waterfall standing at 20 metres high, is 30 metres away from the second one. Accessible solely on foot. These waterfalls are located some 5 kilometres from Huai Khom village. No roads are available.Pha Phu Miang (ผาภูเมี่ยง) A uniquely huge cliff, where the panoramic view of the village is visible. A camping ground is available on the

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plain. However, no facilities are available. Pha Phu Miang is sandwiched by Ban Ton Khanun and Ban Bang Kham Pom. The total distance is 10 kilometres apart. Accessible solely on foot.Tham Chan (ถ�้าจันทร์) located within the right side of Khlong Tron National Forest Reserve, Tambon Phak Khwa and Tambon Thong Saen Khan, this middle-sized marble cave features stalactite and stalagmite formations. It is also home to many bats. Tham Chan is 200 metres deep and is 15 metres wide. Accessible by car.

EVENTS & FESTIVALSPhraya Phichai Dap Hak and Red Cross Fair (งานพระยาพิชัยดาบหักและงานกาชาด) is organized to commemorate the heroic deeds of Phraya Phichai during 7-16 January every year at Phraya Phichai Dap Hak Stadium. There are the Provincial Red Cross Centre’s booths selling products, traditional and cultural performances, various forms of entertainment and a ceremony to worship Phraya Phichai Dap Hak.

Buddha’s Cremation Commemoration (Atthami Puja Day) (ประเพณีถวายพระเพลิงพระบรมศพสมเดจ็พระสมัมาสมัพทุธเจ้า) this religious ritual is held at Wat Phra Borommathat Thung Yang, Amphoe Laplae, around May. It features the re-enactment of the Lord Buddha’s funeral

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ceremony. In addition, the ritual is held in remembrance of the Lord Buddha and the contents of his teaching. The temple is beautifully decorated and features dharma practices and sermons.

Phra Thaen Sila At, Phra Phutthabat Yukhon and Phra Non Phutthasaiyat Fair (งานนมสัการพระแท่นศลิาอาสน์ พระพุทธบาทยคุล และพระนอนพุทธไสยาสน์) This is organized annually during the 8th day of the waxing moon to the full moon day of the 3rd lunar month, which falls in February and is the Magha Puja Day at Wat Phra Thaen Sila At, Wat Phra Yuen Phutthabat Yukhon and Wat Phra Non Phutthasaiyat, Tambon Thung Yang, Amphoe Laplae to pay respect to the Buddha’s seat, footprints and the reclining Buddha, respectively. In the event, there are celebrations, entertainment and a local product fair. For more information, please contact Tambon Thung Yang Municipality, Tel. 0 5544 2284, 0 5581 4594 and Amphoe Laplae, Tel. 0 5544 2039

Luangpho To and Mueang Phichai Fair (งานนมัสการหลวงพ่อโตและมหกรรมของดีเมืองพิชัย) This is held annually at Wat Phrathat during 2-6 February to pay homage to the large stucco image of Luangpho To. Visitors will enjoy various festive activities. For more details, contact the Phichai District Office, Tel. 0 5525 2742-3

Hae Nam Khuen Rong Tradition (ประเพณีแห่น�า้ขึน้โรง) this is organized on 14 April of every year at the foot of Doi Mon Arak, Amphoe Laplae. In the event, there is a ceremony of pouring water as a sign of dedication of merit to the deceased. Scented water and perfume

is used to bathe sacred shrines revered by the locals in the village. Ceremonial processions of various villages will carry the sacred water and offerings around the city. On the way, they will stop and pay respect to the Phra Si Phanommat Memorial, pour water onto senior monks at Wat Chedi Si Wihan, as well as, worship the Chao Faham Kuman Memorial with performances and traditional Thai dances.

Uttaradit Sweet Langsat and Quality Products Fair (งานเทศกาลลางสาดหวานและมหกรรมของดีเมืองอุตรดิตถ์) This is organized around the end of September every year at the Phraya Phichai Dap Hak Stadium, in front of the Uttaradit City Hall. During the period, langsat, a famous fruit of the province and other various kinds of trees are bearing fruit. In the fair, there will be a fruit market, academic exhibition on langsat, langsat contest, Langsat Beauty Pageant, Laplae Widow Beauty Pageant, fruit float procession and contest, and a booth display of quality products from every district.

Garlic Fair (งานเทศกาลวันกระเทียม) This is held annually around the beginning of March at Amphoe Nam Pat main stadium. The fair features booths selling garlic products. In addition, there is a beauty pageant, processions, local plays, and entertainment. For more details, contact Amphoe Nam Pat, Tel. 0 5548 1045

Ko Chedi Bun Kong Khao Yai Festival(งานสืบสานประเพณีก่อเจดีย์บุญกองข้าวใหญ่) is held annually during November – December at Ban Khok District Stadium, with an aim to publicise the district’s cotton produce. The event features sales of cotton products, cloth weaving

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demonstration, procession, cotton beauty contest, and folk games and entertainment. Contact Amphoe Ban Khok at Tel. 0 5548 6124.

Lai Phae Fai Procession (งานประเพณีไหลแพไฟเฉลิมพระเกียรติ) is held annually around December from Wat Daeng Pier to Wat Hat Song Khwae Pier, Tambon Hat Song Khwae, Amphoe Tron, to express gratitude toward food crops, cereals, and water. Highlights include the light and sound presentation with mixed media on the life and home of the Tron people, cultural performance, sales of OTOP products, and many others.

LOCAL PRODUCTS AND SOUVENIRSThe main products of Uttaradit include Pha Sin Tin Chok or hand-woven women’s sarong, local fabrics, water hyacinth woven product, canned sugar palm in syrup, local sweets knanom thian sawoei and renowned handmade tong kong brooms (both in actual size and as small souvenirs), which are available around town and on In Chai Mi Road of Amphoe Laplae. In addition,Tourists will also find Thai snack sai miang,. There are also Chinese cakes in the shape of a turtle at Mae Kim Yin shop, which is opposite Talat Khlong Pho, as well as, Mr. Maeti Pipitkul’s residence on No. 76 Chetsadabodin Road, which is located behind Uttaradit Hospital, Tambon Tha It, Tel. 0 5544 0087Amphoe Laplae: The market features various local dishes like Khao Phan Phak or a kind of dumpling, which is rice flour mixed with water into a very thin-layered skin spread on a pot’s mouth covered with a thin white cloth to steam, similar to a Thai dish called Khao Kriap Pak Mo or

steamed rice-skin dumpling. Then, add different kinds of vegetables and sometimes eggs. It is further seasoned like steamed Cheung Fun rice noodle roll. However, if this skin is rolled into a roti without vegetables, it is called Khao Phan and is eaten with fish sauce and ground roasted chilli. It can be found in stores in front of Wat Don Sak and the entrance of Ban Khum. Another famous dish Khao Khaep, which is similar to Khao Phan Phak but add sesame seeds and roasted chilli, wrapping sticky rice or other savoury dish. If it is rolled to wrap seasoned noodle, it is called Mi Phan. It is available along the roadsides of Ban Khok Chang. In addition, tourists will find local fabrics like Pha Sin Tin

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Pha Sin Tin Chok

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Chok or hand-woven women’s sarong with motifs called soi dok mak. Cool colours are used here.

Souvenir ShopsBaimon.com International Co., Ltd. (บรษิทั ใบหม่อนดอทคอม อินเตอร์เนชั่นแนล จ�ากัด) 273 Mu 10 Tambon Tha Sao, Amphoe Mueang Uttaradit, Uttaradit 53000 Tel. 0 5544 0096 www.baimon.com (Thai rice milk, Thai flower oil product, herbs balm, mulberry products)Ban Bon Doi (บ้านบนดอย) 77 Mu 2, Tambon Mae Phun, Amphoe Laplae, Tel. 0 5543 1392, 0 5545 7270Bunthueng (บุญถึง) Talat Laplae, Tel. 0 5543 1020 (local fabrics; pha sin tin chok and blankets)Chalerm Kankha (เฉลิมการค้า) Talat Ban Khum, Tel. 0 5543 1065 (local fabrics)Kanok Manee (กนกมณี) 165/2 Boromma At Road, Amphoe Mueang Uttaradit, Tel. 0 5541 1245 (local sweets; knanom thian sawoei)Laplae Photchana (ลั บแล โภชนา ) 819 Khaonamtok Road, Ban Kokchang, Amphoe Laplae Tel. 0 5543 1028 (Souvenirs, open: 07.00 a.m.-07.00 p.m.)Orawan (อรวรรณ) 368 Khao Namtok Road, Amphoe Laplae (next to Talat Laplae), Tel. 0 5543 1059. (local fabric; such as pha sin tin chok, pha sin Laplae, and sin muk Laplae)Phuen Mueang (พืน้เมอืง) 148 In Chai Mi Road, Amphoe Laplae (enter via the Laplae main gate or Pratu Mueang Laplae and it is located on the left-hand side), Tel. 0 5543 1042 (local fabrics and the renowned handmade brooms)Renu (เรณู ผ้าทอ) Next to Laplae hospital 155/9 Mu 11, Tambon Chai Chum Phon, Amphoe Laplae, Tel. 0 5545 0350

INTERESTING ACTIVITIESAgro-tourismExperience the lifestyle of orchardists at Amphoe Laplae orchard. This is a mixed-cultivation orchard, where fruits are grown in a zigzag pattern. Drought-tolerant fruits like marian fruit tree, Burmese grape, and Santol are grown on the highland. While the lower end features mangosteen, which are grown under well-watered conditions, and hilly terrace that features langsat, as well as, durian. They have a unique harvesting technique by riding a motorcycle along the ridge of the mountain and using sling pulleys to send harvested fruit baskets across the mountain ranges. Tourists will also enjoy the locally famous Long Laplae and Lin Laplae durians, which are very tasty and sweet. Contact the Laplae District Agricultural Office, Tel. 0 5543 1040 and Khun Teeraphon Tel. 08 1533 5278.

Golf CourseSirikit Dam Golf Course (สนามกอล์ฟเขื่อนสิริกิติ์) Amphoe Tha Pla, 18 holes, Tel. 0 5546 1134, 08 9961 6573, 0 5546 1140 ext.3 www.sirikitdam.egat.com Open daily 06.00 a.m.-05.00 p.m.

EXAMPLES OF TOUR PROGRAMMESUttaradit is another corner in Thailand not so familiar to general travellers even locals themselves. It is in fact could be easily approached from more well known neighbours of Sukhothai or Phitsanulok.If you want to stay away from the crowd for a change, stay off the beaten tract in Uttaradit to see its cultural and natural treasures.

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Day 1Morning : Upon arrival, visit Uttaradit Provincial Cultural Hall for artefacts and historical relics and continue to Wat Yai Tha Sao and Wat Thamma Thipatai to see their famous door panels delicately crafted by artisans in Ayuthaya period.Afternoon : Leave town for Thong Saeng Khan district to visit the steel sword making village of Bo Lek Nam Phi, and the sword museum. : For keen hikers, travel further to Phu Soi Dao National Park, which borders Laos, seeing the sunset and staying overnight. Chances are you will be completely disconnected from the rest of the world there.

Day 2Morning : Do hiking up some 2,000 metres from the see level to various natural attractions. : Leave the park in the afternoon.

Day 1Morning : Depart for Uttaradit. : Visit Bo Lek Nam Phi, which is the source of the best quality steel. : Visit Ton Sak Yai Forest Park, which reflects the natural ecological system, and see the world’s largest teak tree.Afternoon : Visit Sirikit Dam, power plant, as well as, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake above Sirikit Dam and the golf course.

: Lunch at a restaurant above Sirikit Dam. : Board a raft or boat for a cruise on the Suriyan-Chanthra Lake, which is located above the Sirikit Dam (spend the night on board with dinner and breakfast included).

Day 2Morning : Visit Phraya Phichai Dap Hak Monument located in front of the City Hall. : Pay homage to Luangpho Phet of Wat Tha Thanon, which is located at Kasem Rat Road, Tambon Tha It. : Enjoy the mural paintings of Wat Klang in the style of the late Ayutthaya to early Rattanakosin period. : LunchAfternoon : Depart for Amphoe Laplae and make a stop at a fruit market. : Depart for Wat Phra Thaen Sila At and visit the Sila Asana laterite seat and museum : Back to hotel

FACILITIES IN UTTARADITAccommodations(The room rates mentioned in this brochure may be changed. Please ask for current information from each hotel when making reservation.)Facilities in UttaraditAmphoe Mueang UttaraditAraya Terrace Resort (อารย เทอเรซ รีสอร์ท) 274 Mu 3, Tambon Kungtapao Tel. 0 5544 8771-3 Fax 0 5542 9555, www.arayahotel.com 40 rooms: 480 baht

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Aree Mansion ( อ า รี ย ์ แ มนชั่ น ) 119/5 Samranruean Road, Tambon Tha It Tel. 0 5541 4939, 0 5541 4902 Fax 0 5541 4954, 50 rooms: 400-700 bahtBan Rim Nam Resort (บ้านริมน�้า รีสอร์ท) 328/14 Opposite Soi 8, Samranruen Road Tel. 0 5541 2900, 5 rooms: 800-1,500 bahtChetsada Apartment (เจษฎา อพาร์ตเมนท์) 19/56 Chetsada Road Tambon Tha It Tel. 0 5541 7778, 08 1283 4994, 12 rooms: 250-380 bahtFriday (ฟรายเดย์) 172 Boromma-At Road, Tambon Tha It Tel. 0 5544 0292, 0 5541 1501 Fax 0 5544 0295, 133 rooms: 800-2,800 bahtGrand Wana (แกรนด์วนา) 208 Boromma-At Road, Tambon Tha It Tel. 0 5544 4411, 0 5540 3883-4 Fax 0 5544 4757, 40 rooms: 350-400 bahtP. Wanit 1 (พ. วานิช ๑) 33-35 Ploenruedi Road Tel. 0 5541 1008, 0 5544 2180, 24 rooms: 160-280 bahtP. Wanit 2 (พ. วานิช ๒) 1-5 Sri Utra Road Tel. 0 5541 1499, 0 5544 2181 Fax 0 5541 3067, 66 rooms: 120-280 bahtPhat Tower (พัฒน ทาวเวอร์) 182/20 Boromma-At Road, Tambon Tha It Tel. 0 5544 4717 Fax 0 5544 4717, 30 rooms: 250-380 bahtRiverside (รเิวอร์ไซด์) 81/4 Mu 3 Tambon Pasao Tel. 0 5544 1340), 20 rooms: 400 bahtRomsai (ร่มไทร) 27 Soi 9 Ounchaimi Road, Tambon Tha It Tel./ Fax 0 5544 0264, 20 rooms: 350 bahtRueantonsak (เรือนต้นสัก) 27 Inchaimi Road, Tambon Tha It Tel. 0 5544 0394, 0 5541 1096 ext. 1672, 20 rooms: 350-400 baht Siharat (สีหราช) 163 Boromma-At Road, Tambon Tha It Tel. 0 5541 1106, 0 5541 4990-3 Fax 0 5541 2172), 152 rooms: 800-2,800 bahtThaitana Apartment (ไทธนา อพาร์ทเมนท์) 74/18 Boromma-At Road, Soi 3, Tambon Tha

It Tel. 0 5541 7770 Fax 0 5541 7772, 60 rooms: 240-320 baht/dayThaitana Resort (ไทธนา รสีอร์ท) 2/90 Phatwari Road, Tambon Tha It Tel. 0 5544 3222, 0 5541 3941 Fax 0 5541 3941, 43 rooms: 380-480 bahtThammachat Mansion (ธรรมชาติ แมนช่ัน) 259/35 Soi 9 Samranruen Road Tel. 0 5540 3346-7, 08 1834 6274 Fax 0 5540 3347, 43 rooms: 400-500 bahtThanakorn Garden (ธนากรการ์เดน) 9/24 Inchaimi Road Soi 1 Tabon Tha It (Tel. 0 5544 1118-20), 33 rooms: 360-450 bahtThanothai (ธโนทัย) 149-153 Kasemrat Road, Tambon Tha It Tel. 0 5541 1669, 18 rooms: 140-350 bahtThe Room (เดอะรูม) 17/1 Chetsada Bodin Nea (Koh Kang), Tambon Tha It, 30 rooms: 300-800 baht Ton Thong (ต้นทอง) 123/9 Mu 5 Srichaowang Road, Tambon Ban Ko Tel. 0 5544 3204, 0 5544 3211, 54 rooms: 350 bahtTonkla Happy Home (ต้นกล้า แฮปปี้ โฮม) 8/8 Soi 14 Boromma-At Road Tel. 0 5544 0465, 21 rooms: 350-400 bahtUttaradit 2 (อุตรดิตถ์ ๒) 438 Yansila-At Road, Tambon Tha It Tel. 0 5541 1017 Fax 0 5541 2726, 12 rooms: 150-250 bahtWiwat (วิวัฒน์) 159 Mu 4 Tambon Ban ko Tel. 0 5541 1778, 0 5541 1791 Fax 0 5541 3944), 96 rooms: 150-400 baht

Amphoe LaplaePhiraphat (พีรภัทร์) 206/2 Mu 11, Tambon Chai Chumpon Tel. 0 5544 0300, 27 rooms: 250-350 baht

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Amphoe ThaplaBan Phak Khuean Sirikit (บ้านพักเขื่อนสิริกิติ์) 40 Mu 10,Tambon Phaluead Tel. 0 5546 1134, 08 9961 6573, 0 5546 1140-3 www.sirikitdam.egat.com, 100 rooms, 8 houses: 600-2,000 bahtPhae Kesinee Tour (แพเกษิณี ทัวร์) 80 Mu 9,Tambon Thapla Tel. 08 1953 9440, 08 1605 6211, 12 houses: 2,500-4,500 bahtPhae Sor Chalerm Rung Rueang (แพ ส. เฉลมิรุง่เรอืง) 83 Mu 9 Tambon Tha Pla Tel. 08 6196 6306), 4 houses: 800-3,000 bahtRaikin Kaew (ไร่กลิ่นแก้ว) 113 Mu 4 Kuendin Thapla, Tambon Thapla Tel. 0 5549 9389, 9 rooms: 200-350 bahtRueanrimnan (เรอืนรมิน่าน) 40 Mu 10, Tambon Phaluead Tel./Fax 0 5546 1134, 08 9961 6573, 5 houses: 1,500-3,000 bahtSomboonprom (สมบรูณ์พร้อม, ลงุแจ้ง) 24 Mu 9, Ban Tharuea, Tambon Thapla Tel. 08 1740 6841 Fax 0 5544 2140, 8 houses: 3,500-5,000 bahtWirot Fishing Tour (วโิรจน์ ฟิชชิง่ ทวัร์) 92 Mu 9 Ban Tharuea, Tambon Thapla Tel. 08 1972 8924, 08 1971 7845, 4 houses: 1,500-2,500 baht

Amphoe PhichaiPhichai (พิชัย 2) 361/4 Mu 3, Tambon Nai Mueang Tel. 0 5542 1005, 9 rooms: 120-300 baht

Amphoe Nam PatBan Wiwat Resort (บ้านวิวัฒน์รีสอร์ท) 335/23 Mu 4 Nam Pat-Faktha, Tambon Saentor Tel. 0 5548 1278, 08 7198 6060, 11 rooms: 250-600 baht

RestaurantsAmphoe Mueang UttaraditKhanom Ban Tien Hom (ขนมบ้านเทียนหอม) Den Chai-Pitsanulok Road, Tel. 0 5541 2730, 08 5541 6808Khun Yai (ห้องอาหารคุณใหญ่) 181-7 Sukkasem Road, Tel. 0 5541 1937 (Thai, I-san, Chinese Food, open: 7.00 a.m.-10.00 p.m.)Krua (ครัว) 235/5-6 Boromma-At Road, Tel. 0 5541 1644 (Thai Food, open: 10.30 a.m.-10.00 p.m.)Lom Yen (ลมเย็น) 173 Mu 5 Tambon Pasao Highway No.11, Phitsanulok-Denchai k.m.100 Tel. 0 5541 4611, 08 1675 6098, Fax 0 5541 4611 (Thai Food, open: 6.30 a.m.-09.00 p.m.)Pak Pao (ปักเป้า) 464 Yansila-At Road (Thai Food)Ran Lung Chaeng (ร้านลุงแจ้ง) Mu 5 Tambon Pasao, Highway No.11, Phitsanulok-Den Chai, Tel. 0 5544 2140, 08 1971 2527 (open: 8.00 a.m.-9.00 p.m.)Ruean Khuan (เรือนขวัญ) In Siharat Hotel, Tel. 0 5541 4184-5 (Thai Food, open: 6.00 a.m.-1.00 a.m.)Ruean Pe Ruean Nong (เรือนพี่ เรือนน้อง) 134/1-2 Denchai-Pitsanulok Road, Tambon Par Sao, Tel. 0 5544 2397Samran (ป้าส�าราญ) 414 Yansila-At Road, Tel. 0 5541 1793 (Thai Food, open: 8.00 a.m.-10.00 p.m.)

Amphoe LaplaeNor Mai Tod Lub Lae (หน่อไม้ทอดลับแล) 568 Rat Uthit Road, Tambon Si Phanom Mat, Tel. 0 5543 1428 (Open: 08.00 a.m.-03.00 p.m.)Mon Laplae (ม่อนลับแล) 98 Mu 6 Tambon Failuang, Tel. 0 5543 1439 E-mail: monlablae_uttaradit@hotmail.com (local food, fresh coffee,

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woven materials museum, local handicrafts)

Amphoe ThaplaPhae Lung Jaeng (แพลุงแจ้ง) Ban Tha Ruea, Khueandin, Tambon Tha Pla Tel. 08 1740 6841, 08 4815 2787

Wiroj Fishing Tour (วิโรจน์ ฟิชชิ่ง ทัวร์) 92 Mu 9 Ban Tha Ruea, Tambon Tha Pla Tel. 08 1972 8924, 08 1971 7845

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USEFUL CALLSUttaradit Provincial Office Tel. 0 5541 1977

Uttaradit Public Relations Tel. 0 5541 2729

Uttaradit District Office Tel. 0 5541 1037, 0 5541 3758

Uttaradit Tourist Police Tel. 0 5471 0216, 1155

Uttaradit Police Station Tel. 0 5544 2370-1, 0 5541 1038

Uttaradit Hospital Tel. 0 5541 4484-8

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