About Dong Lakhon Ancient City
Dong Lakhon Ancient City is a Dvaravati-period moated settlement in Dong Lakhon Subdistrict, Mueang Nakhon Nayok District, Nakhon Nayok Province, Thailand. The oval-shaped earthen-walled city measures approximately 700 by 500 meters and is surrounded by a moat and embankment. Dating from the 7th to 11th century CE, it is registered as an ancient monument by the Fine Arts Department and is notable for its well-preserved ramparts and evidence of early Buddhist settlement in central Thailand.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an open, forested archaeological site defined by a low earthen rampart and surrounding moat forming an oval city plan. The interior is largely overgrown with trees and vegetation with no reconstructed buildings, but the embankment and moat are clearly visible. Information signs explain the layout and history. Visitors can walk along the perimeter and interior paths to observe the earthworks, landscape and natural surroundings in a quiet, rural setting.
Key highlights
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Well-preserved oval earthen rampart and moat enclosing the ancient city
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Dvaravati-period settlement dating from 7th to 11th century CE
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Registered ancient monument by the Fine Arts Department of Thailand
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Archaeological finds including pottery, beads and Buddhist artifacts
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