The Phu Phra Bat Historical Park in Udon Thani Province has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, making it Thailand's fifth largest cultural heritage. The announcement was made during the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee in New Delhi, where the park was recognized for its unique Sīma stone tradition from the Dvaravati period.
According to Culture Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, this latest addition brings the total number of World Cultural Heritage sites in Thailand to five. It is the second site in Udon Thani to achieve this status, after the Ban Chiang Archaeological site, which was listed in 1992.
The park, which covers 3.662 rai, is known for its distinctive rock formations and evidence of Bronze Age human settlement, including ancient paintings depicting people and animals. To celebrate this recognition, the Visual Arts Department has waived entrance fees for both Thai and foreign visitors from July 28 to August 12.
This new recognition follows last year's addition of the Si Thep Historical Park in Phetchabun. Thailand now has three natural World Heritage sites, bringing the total to eight.
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