Bangkok to Muang Boran and Nacha Temple: Private day trip

Covering 2 hectares, the Nacha Sa Thai Chue Shrine, also known as the Thep Sathit Phra Kitti Chaloem is an impressively vibrant display of Chinese architecture and Buddhist imagery. From the entrance gate, to the pagoda-style shrines, to the 4-storey temple building, every surface is brightly colored and covered in dragons, clouds, and countless deities like the l000-handed Bodhisattva Kwan. Within the main temple, each floor has its own range of gods, which attract visitors and faithful alike, and once you reach the top floor, you're rewarded with a view of the sea. While it is an active place of worship, the shrine is also very welcoming - there are even instructions posted at the Taoist shrine on how to pray to each of the 24 deities.

Created by Thai millionaire Khun Lek Viriyaphant, Muang Boran, is a huge open air museum, with 115 buildings spread out over 240 acres. Thailand’s historic sites are dotted around the country, so Viriyaphant created replicas of some of the most important, allowing visitors to experience the country’s key landmarks. Here you can see the Rattanakosin era Dusit Maha Prasat Palace (which is in the Grand Palace in Bangkok), the Noen Prasat of Sukhothai era Wat Mahathat, and the Ayutthaya empire’s Sanphet Prasat Palace (which was destroyed during the Burmese invasion in 1767, but rebuilt according to ancient records), without having to travel hours to reach them. There’s even an active floating market where you can purchase souvenirs or traditional food. While it’s possible to walk the park, we’d recommend renting a bicycle to make your visit even more pleasant! For more information, please visit http://ancientcitygroup.net