Do you wish to discover Thailand, both historical and artistic aspect, in just 1 day? "Ancient City" can grant you that wish. It is the place where miniature archeological ruins and replicas are placed for educational and entertaining purpose. Everything started from the passion that Mr.Lek Viriyapan, the founder of the Ancient City, who would like to preserve the virtue of those places.
Ancient City is an outdoor museum on the area of 230 acres. The miniature sites are divided into 4 categories; the downscaled historical sites that still exist, the reconstructions of the ancient sites that are dilapidated or destroyed, the restoration of the old constructions that were in good condition then relocate into the Ancient City compound, and the sculpture that were built along the imagination and inspiration from myths, literatures and traditional beliefs.
The layout of the important historical sites is arranged on an area resemble the map of Thailand, with geographical and historical concerns. To make things more realistic, traditional lifestyle and communities from different regions of Thailand are also displayed along the distance.
Let's say, a tour at Ancient City is just like a journey to the past of Thailand. It is culturally and historically rich, and rarely found at present. Book yourself a ticket to the past, would you?
