Prakhon Chai Attractions

Evidence of earlier ages has only been secured and examined "for the state" during the late 20th c. During this time, Prakhon Chai has rightly proved of particular interest to Thai archeologists. However, while much still remains buried, much has also been plundered and sold abroad, including a bronze 7th/8th c. statue now in the Metropolitan Museum in New York. Even though important pieces, such as several 8th-10th c. Buddha statues, have been taken to the National Museum in Bangkok, the history of Thailand is no longer fully documented. As protection against a "cultural sell-out", trade in archeological finds is threatened with heavy punishments.