Sukhothai - Western & Southern Zones

Came across a local weekday market on our way to the Eastern zone so stopped to stock up on essential items like shoes and a coconut peeler! While looking at all the forest temples we came across a huge scout camp (Baden Powel would have been impressed if it wasn't for their pink shirts). James's bike was straight out of the 1970's with huge chopper style handlebars and low frame - great fun! As this was out of the main area we had the whole place to ourselves, with a handful of other people around. In the afternoon we headed out into the countryside on random roads through villages and more ruins, some in very good condition. Their estimation of 20 odd temples outside the central zone is a bit off, they are everywhere- hidden away behind woods and copses. Great fun exploring and seeing the country beyond the 'touristy' areas. At night we gained a tree frog on our bedroom door, reluctant to move even when opening and closing the door! (As a foot note, James's parasitic pal is no more, just waiting for the 'track' to heal).Read more