Ban Prasat Archaeological Site

The Ban Prasat site is believed to be an agricultural community of prehistoric period in the southern part of the present Northeast Thailand. It is presumed that this area has continuously been inhabited during the past 3,000 years up to present.

Ban Prasat Archaeological Dig location map

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Ban Prasat cultural characteristics

Ban Prasat has its own typical civilization differing from that of Ban Chiang (Udon Thani Province), which is some 500 - 1,000 years younger.

Skeletons, ornaments, artifacts and pottery were discovered here. In addition, many archaeologists believe that this society farmed, weaved, domesticated animals, created advanced, colored pottery and were even able to forge Bronze tools.

Ban Prasat later archaeological finds

Other excavated layers at Ban Prasat provided evidence of several later societies, including Mon, Dvaravati and Khmer.

One particular structure, Ku Than Prasat, is of particular interest, as it is evidence of a culture in limbo and is believed by many to be a significant transitional landmark linking the Mon kingdoms to the east and the Khmer kingdoms to the west.

Ban Prasat Home Stay

As there are numerous attractions in the area, home stay is an alternative for visitors interested in spending more than one day at Ban Prasat. The program was first initiated in 1996 and currently serves as the prototype home stay program for other villages across Thailand. The best time for a visit is between October and December when the climate is cool.

How to get from Khorat to Ban Prasat

Ban Prasat Archaeological Site is 42 kilometers away from Nakhon Ratchasima along the Nakhon Ratchasima-Khon Kaen route. Follow highway No.2, Nakhon Ratchasima - Phimai section, and at km 45 there is a sign indicating Ban Prasat Archaeological Site, turn left for about 2 kms then we will see the Thai style building in the middle of the road junction. This building is now the museum.

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