Many people would agree that Wat Si Chom is the most impressive site in Sukhothai. Located just outside the main moated old city, the overall temple is rather small, but it contains a massive 15-meter tall sitting Buddha statue, made of brick with stucco. The temple was constructed in the late 14th century. One fascinating aspect of the temple is the huge hand of the Buddha statue, with the fingers reaching down to waist height of visitors. Devotees come to pray, offer flowers, and apply gold leaf to the fingers. It makes for memorable scenes and beautiful photos. This is undoubtedly the most photographed scene in all of Sukhothai. Some visitors may complain that they are required to pay a second fee (100 baht for foreigners; 20 baht for Thais) to see Wat Si Chom (the main Sukhothai Historical Park ticket does not cover Wat Si Chom), but most people will find it worth the extra fee. An added bonus at this site is the huge mango tree (the largest I've every seen) growing adjacent to the temple.

If ever in Sukhothai, this is a must visit. The Buddha that is inside of the temple is extremely large and powerful to see! It is near the Sukhothai Historical Park but has a seperate admission fee. It is well worth the 100 baht fee for foreigners.