About Ramkhamhaeng National Museum
Ramkhamhaeng National Museum is the principal museum of Sukhothai Historical Park in Mueang Kao, Mueang Sukhothai District, Sukhothai. Opened in 1964, it houses archaeological finds from Sukhothai and nearby sites dating to the 13th-15th century Sukhothai Kingdom. Collections include Buddha images, ceramics, architectural elements and a replica of the Ramkhamhaeng Inscription, providing context for the UNESCO World Heritage park.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a two-storey museum building within the Sukhothai Historical Park near Wat Mahathat, with indoor galleries displaying Sukhothai-period artifacts, stone inscriptions, stucco sculptures, ceramics and Buddha images. The layout includes chronological and thematic exhibits, outdoor displays and explanatory panels. The setting is quiet and park-like, allowing a self-guided walk through galleries before or after exploring the historical park ruins.
Key highlights
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Replica of the Ramkhamhaeng Inscription (Inscription No.1)
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Collection of Sukhothai-period Buddha images and stucco sculptures
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Sangkhalok ceramics and architectural artifacts from Sukhothai Historical Park
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Exhibits on the history and layout of Sukhothai Kingdom
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Location inside Sukhothai Historical Park near Wat Mahathat