Historical Parks

Historical objects and sites are a testimony to every country’s civilization and cultural heritage. They serve to Bridge the gap between past and present and instill in the people a sense of belonging and pride and the importance of cherishing their invaluable legacy.

In April 1987, the government officially opened Thailand’s first historical park, the Muang Sing Historical Park in Kanchanaburi. Today, 10 historical parks have been opened – tree of which have received the honor of being designated World Heritage Sites.

The 10 historical parks are Muang Singh, Phanom Rung, Sukhothai, Si Satchanalai, Kamphaeng Phet, Sri Thep, Phimai, Ayutthaya, Phra Nakhon Khiri and Phu Phra Bat. They are the result of hard work of the Fine Arts Department in the excavation, renovation and landscaping for several decades. Each of these parks in now equipped with a tourist and information centre and provides qualified guides.