Pha Gate with ancient paintings

Let's take a look at two historical learning sites that are located in the same area, and the stories are different. • Pha Gate In the past, the Burmese traveled from Chiang Rai to occupy Lampang. They had to use this route to travel to Lampang. On the way to Lampang, there was Nan Khumue Lek or Phaya Mu Lek, who had magical knowledge and excellent swordsmanship. According to legend, he used his wrist as a shield. He was the chief soldier of the Lampang governor. He led the vanguard to protect Lampang and used the battlefield at Pha Gate to fight the Burmese. Since they were outnumbered, Phaya Mu Lek fought until his sword broke, while the Burmese retreated. Phaya Mu Lek fought until he was exhausted. Finally, he leaned against the cliff with both hands still holding his sword, ready to fight at any moment. Phaya Mu Lek died on this cliff, causing people to respect him as a hero and set up a shrine to pay homage and ask for blessings. This shrine is called "Pha Gate Shrine". • Ancient paintings Which is not far from Pha Gate Shrine These paintings were discovered only recently. They were found during rope climbing training by Lieutenant Colonel Chukiat Meechom, an officer of the 3rd Special Forces Battalion, Pratu Pha Camp. Later, the Fine Arts Department, together with the 3rd Special Forces Battalion, Pratu Pha Camp, excavated and studied the archaeological history, and copied the paintings. This is because this place is approximately 3,000 - 5,000 years old and has been exposed to the sun, wind, and rain without any cover, causing the paintings to fade over time (roughly recorded from the stone slabs before the entrance to see the paintings). For those who drive through the Phayao - Lampang route and enjoy visiting ancient sites, you can stop and take a break and visit. 🕰️ The best time to see the paintings is between 08.30 - 10.00 and 13.00 - 18.00. You will be able to see the beautiful and safe paintings. #VisitHistoricalSite #100WaysToTravel #GetDiscountsWithoutLuck #LampangAttractions #VisitSecondaryCities