Ancient City

Also known as "Muang Boran," the Ancient City (muangboranmuseum.com; adult/child 700/350฿) calls itself "the world’s largest private outdoor museum," focusing on showing "traditional Thai lifestyles" to the masses. Covering about 300 hectares, the scope of the project – the brainchild of businessman Lek Viriyahbhun – is vast, with a replica of a floating market and park zones spanning the different regions of Thailand.

It’s an excellent place to explore by bicycle (included in entry fee) as it's usually quiet and rarely crowded. The Ancient City is open from 9am to 7pm and is reachable by taking the Skytrain (BTS) Green Line to Kheha, the end of the line.

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