The Laplae City Gate Arch, a landmark of Laplae City

#Get a discount without relying on luck **Review of the Laplae City Gate Arch and the surrounding atmosphere** The Laplae City Gate Arch is an important landmark of Laplae District, Uttaradit Province, which beautifully reflects the cultural identity and local legends. The details are as follows: ### **Architecture and highlights of the gate arch** - The gate arch is built in a modified Sukhothai architecture, eggshell yellow, 10 meters high and 41 meters long. In the middle of the gate is a sign with the name "Laplae City" designed by the Fine Arts Department. It stands out with its intricate patterns and grandeur. - On the side of the gate arch is a **green garden** decorated with the sculpture "Laplae City Widow", a young woman holding a child and her husband sitting holding a bag of turmeric, which is linked to the city legend that prohibits lying. ### **Surrounding atmosphere** 1. **Beautiful photo spots and activities** - The gate arch is a popular check-in point for taking photos, especially in the evening when the light is beautiful and there is convenient parking on the side of the road. - Nearby are **400-year-old tamarind tree** is believed to be a sacred tree that brings good luck. 2. **Cultural and historical sites** - **Laplae Museum** is just a few meters away, exhibiting local history, lifestyles, and ancient artifacts. - **Phra Si Phanom Mas Monument** is 600 meters away. This area has a sign that says "No Lying Zone" according to local legend. 3. **Food and Souvenir Street** - **Food Street (Rat Uthit)** is about 91 meters away, filled with famous restaurants such as Je Nee Fried Food, Mee Pan Pa Huang, and Durian Ice Cream. - Sri Phanom Mas Municipality Fresh Market and Huadong OTOP Market are not far away, offering local products such as Long-Lin Laplae durian and tin jok sarongs. 4. **Activities and Festivals** - At the end of the year (December 27-29), there will be **8 Ways of Culture Square** at the city gate, including a light and sound show. Widow Goddess Contest and Food Market - **Tram Tour to Durian Garden** usually starts at the gate, with a photo stop before departure. 5. **Chill Bike Route** - The Laplae City Tourist Service Center (near the gate) offers free bikes to rent to tour the community, orchards, and important places such as Mon Jam Si and a 100-year-old ancient house. ### **Things to know** - **Opening and closing hours**: The gate is open 24 hours. Nearby places such as museums or restaurants may have different operating hours. - **Getting there**: Located on Highway 1041, it is easily accessible and has convenient parking. **Summary**: The Laplae City Gate is not just a physical symbol, but a gateway to the cultural, food, and natural experiences of Laplae City, perfectly combining the mystery of the legend with the simple way of life of the community!