Si Thep district
Si Thep is the southernmost district of Phetchabun province, Thailand, in the valley of the Pa Sak River. Si Thep, is Thailand’s latest World Heritage Sites, and Thailand's largest ancient city.
History
The district was created on 13 December 1970 as a minor district with territory from Wichian Buri district. It was upgraded to Si Thep District on 8 August 1976.The ancient city of Si Thep was built in the Dvaravati era. Prince Damrong found the area of the old city in 1905 when he visited Monthon Phetchabun. It is now Si Thep Historical Park.
Geography
Si Thep is on a dry highland surrounded by waterways and floodplains bordered by mountains on both sides. To ensure sufficient water for city use, ancient Si Thep had an elaborate system of ponds, tank moats, and a hydraulic system to bring water from higher grounds to sustain the city.Neighboring districts are Wichian Buri of Phetchabun Province, and Lam Sonthi, Chai Badan, and Khok Charoen of Lopburi province.