| Thai Heritage Conservation United- Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park | |
‘Jewelled wall’ or ‘diamond wall’. Historical capital of a contemporary province of the same name in North Thailand. Geographically it is located in the lower North on the bank of the Ping river. River flats make up much of the East of the province, whereas the West consist of mostly mountains covered with forests. Its places of interest include the remains of the old city and its wall, a historical park and a national museum. Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park is situated on the east side of the Ping river, dates from the late Sukhothai to early Ayutthaya period (14th to 15th century AD), and covers an area of 3.4 square kilometers. It comprises some 60 separate historical sites and structures. The national historical park was included on the UNESCO World Heritage List on 12 December 1991. Stamps depicting Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park: Wat Phra Kaew; Wat Phra Non; Wat Chang Rob; Wat Phra Si Iriyabot.
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| Issued Country | Thailand |
| Issued Year | 02.04.1996 |
| Category | Buddhist Architect World Heritage Buddhist Landscape |
| Type | First Day Cover |