Bangkok’s Ancient City (Muang Boran)
One of the best places to visit in Bangkok is the Ancient City or Muang Boran Museum.
Muang Boran is the brainchild of architect Lek Viriyaphant (1914-2000) who wanted to create a space where people can learn about Thailand’s past as well as keeping the culture of Thailand alive.
Lek started his project in 1963 by building replicas of important structures that once existed in different parts of Thailand. There were some places that had been reduced to ruins, so Lek transported these ruins to the site of the Ancient City and used them in the construction process.
The park is in the shape of Thailand and it is home to beautiful temples, palaces and statues galore from the Northern Region..
The Northeastern Region..
The Central Region…
The Southern Region…
And Suvarnabhumi..
There are other things in the park as well, like The Great Hall of Vajradhamma..
Waterfalls..
And fabulous views across Muang Boran and beyond..
Muang Boran really is a must see if you ever go to Bangkok. I thoroughly recommend it!
For more photos of Muang Boran, visit: www.morrisophotography.co.uk