Phu Phra Bat Historical Park, Historical park in Mueang Phan, Thailand
The park encompasses 3,430 acres of geological formations with sandstone cliffs, natural rock shelters, and prehistoric archaeological sites at Phu Phan mountains.
The site contains 54 prehistoric rock paintings dating back 3,000 years, showing the continuous development of human settlements in northeastern Thailand.
The park functions as one of the largest Sima sites globally, serving as sacred grounds for Buddhist ceremonies with stone carvings and religious structures.
Visitors can explore 78 registered archaeological locations through marked trails, with guided tours available to learn about ancient civilizations and geological formations.
Natural sandstone formations underwent weathering processes, creating shapes that inhabitants transformed into religious sanctuaries during different historical periods.
Location: Mueang Phan
Inception: 1989
GPS coordinates: 17.73333,102.35833
Latest update: May 11, 2025 02:05
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