The Ancient Siam City (Muang Boran) – Bangkok – Thailand
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Ancient Siam is a park constructed under the patronage of Lek Viriyaphant and spreading over 200 acres (0.81 km2) in the shape of Thailand. Ancient Siam is located on the old Sukhumvit Highway, about 33 km south-east of central Bangkok.
Ancient Siam is dubbed as the world’s largest outdoor museum and the replicas were constructed with the assistance of experts. Unfortunately, I was only there for 2 hours so did not get to see all of the sites on offer (I may have to return to see the rest). It did give me a good idea about the heritage of Thailand and it’s culture, and makes me want to travel to the real sites scattered around Thailand.
Enjoy the photographs! 🙂
The Phra Kaew Pavilion – The Ancient City, also known as Muang Boran
The City Wall and Gate – The Ancient City ( Muang Boran)
I-Nao Garden
Allan Rufus travelling around The Ancient city by golf cart
Golf carts and bicycles can be hired for moving around the park, and private vehicles are also allowed at a fee. I took a gold cart because of my limited time here, although a bike would have been great exercise but also considering the heat, I think a golf cart was a better option.
The Stupa of Phra Maha That, Ratchaburi – The Ancient City (Muang Boran)
The Scripture Repository
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Monument of Krom Phra Ratchawang Boworn Maha Surasinghana
The Phra Kaew Pavilion
The Phra Kaew Pavilion
The Rainbow Bridge – The Ancient City ( Muang Boran)
There were many orbs in this pagoda by the Rainbow Bridge, as you can see the white light in the centre.
Pavilion of the Enlightened – The Ancient City, also known as Muang Boran
Pavilion of the Enlightened – The Ancient City, also known as Muang Boran
Pavilion of the Enlightened – The Ancient City, also known as Muang Boran
Buddha
Buddha
Buddha
Kwan Yin
Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara (Kuan-Yin) Performing a Miracle
Thai Royal Boat
Thai Royal Boat
A Botanical Garden from Thai Literature
Sala of Ramayana
Sala of Ramayana
Sala of Ramayana
Sala of Ramayana
Sala of Ramayana
Thai Junk
The Buddha Image of Dvaravati Period
Ancient house
Cart
Wooden house
House and cart
Ancient water pots
Praying in front of Buddha
Protector
Wat Chong Kham, Lampang
Wat Chong Kham, Lampang
Wat Chong Kham, Lampang – The Ancient City, also known as Muang Boran
Wat Chong Kham, Lampang – The Ancient City, also known as Muang Boran
Wat Chong Kham, Lampang – The Ancient City, also known as Muang Boran
Wat Chong Kham, Lampang – The Ancient City, also known as Muang Boran
Wat Chong Kham, Lampang – The Ancient City, also known as Muang Boran
Boats on canal
Old Thai traditional building
Old Thai traditional building
Ancient furniture
Wooden room divider with fish on it
Wooden room divider with fish on it
The Wihan at Wat Phumin, Nan – The Ancient City (Muang Boran)
The Wihan at Wat Phumin, Nan – The Ancient City (Muang Boran)
The Wihan at Wat Phumin, Nan
The Wihan at Wat Phumin, Nan – The Ancient City (Muang Boran)
The Garden of the Gods
Walkway
The Floating Market – The Ancient City (Muang Boran)
The Floating Market – The Ancient City (Muang Boran)
The Floating Market – The Ancient City (Muang Boran)
The Floating Market – The Ancient City (Muang Boran)
The Floating Market – The Ancient City (Muang Boran)
The Main Chedi of Wat Maha That, Sukhothai
The Main Chedi of Wat Maha That, Sukhothai
Buddha
Buddha
Meditating at the feet of Buddha
Sitting at the feet of Buddha
Beautiful Pagoda and bridge
Riding a peacock
The Buddha Image Being Protected by the Naga
Dvaravati Wihan
Bird sitting on the hands of an angel
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