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Wat Si Sawai : Sukhothai 2007-04-14 10:44:00 Wat Si Sawai is situated 350 metres from the south of Wat Mahathat. Its three prangs (imitated Hindu Shikhara Vimanas) are regarded as ancient edifice of considerable significance. Demarcated by a wall, the three prangs were built in Lop Buri art style. Their slender forms on low bases are decorated with stucco, some designs are similar to those on Chinese ware of Yuan dynasty. Found in situ, a carved lintel depicting the reclining Vishnu on Ananta Naga(Anantasayana), fragments of Hindu god images and linga, all point out that this temple was originally a Hindu sanctuary and was later transformed into a Buddhist temple with some expansion of the frontal part in form of a vihara.source: http://www.su.ac.th/sukhothai/Technorati tags : Wat Si Sawai /Sukhothai
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Wat Mahathat :Sukhothai 2007-04-14 10:37:00 Situated in the heart of the town,Wat Mahathat was built in accordance with Indian ancient concept of Mandala. This significant temple comprises the main chedi (stupa), a vihara (assembly hall of worship) and mandapas (a square form building with a palatial spired roof for housing an Image of Buddha), an uposatha (the ordination hall) and 200 subordinate chedis. Surrounded by 8 chedis, the main one in the centre has a graceful shape of lotus bud characterizing the art of Sukhothai
. Among the 8 chedis forming 4 sides of the main stupa, the four ones at the corners belong to the Hariphunchai - Lanna art style while the other four lying in between each have a prasada - shaped body topped with a spire in Sukhothai style and decorated with stuccoed reliefs under the influence of
Wat Umong :Chiang Mai 2007-04-14 09:58:00 Wat Umong is an ancient temple in the forest just outside Chiang
Mai, off Suthep Road. King Mengrai built this temple for a highly respected forest monk who liked to wander in the countryside, hence the isolated location where the monk could stay quietly and meditate. The temple is unusual in that it has tunnel like chambers in the ground; if you look closely, some of the walls in the cambers have the original paintings of birds and animals still visible.source: www.guide360.comTechnorati tags : wat umong /Chiang Mai
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Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep : Chiang Mai 2007-04-14 09:45:00 Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, [weblink]. Established in 1383 and perched on a hilltop overlooking the city, this magnificent temple is famous for its large gold-plated chedi, visible from the city on a good clear day. Although Wat Doi Suthep is the most recently built of the temples dating from the Lanna Thai period, it is the symbol of Chiang
Mai. The site was selected by sending an elephant to roam at will up the mountainside. When it reached this spot, it trumpeted, circled three times, and knelt down - which was interpreted as a sign indicating an auspicious site. Entrance to the temple is free for those who wish to climb the 300-plus steps; alternatively, there's a cable car with a 50 baht fare for foreigners. Clearly marked songthaews to Doi Suthep leave from Pratu Chang Phuak, passing Chiang Mai
University and the zoo on the way. Prices are fixed at 40 baht up and 30 baht down; the drivers wait until they have sufficient (up to 8) passengers before they depart. The trip takes about
Buddhist Temples in Chiang Mai 2007-04-14 09:24:00 Buddhist temples in Chiang
Mai show off a mixture of architectural styles that reflect the varied heritage of Northern Thailand. Elements from Lanna Thai, Burmese, Sri Lankan and Mon temples have all been used in one form or another. Intricate woodcarvings and protective Naga serpent staircases add a flamboyance that reflects an awesome reverence for the Buddhist religion. Gilded umbrellas, guardian figures from the tales of the Ramayana and stupas trimmed with gold filigree combine to heighten the overall effect. To date, there have been some 300 temples constructed in Chiang Mai
an its outskirts. Visitors should take the time to visit the most revered temples in the city, built during the noble Lanna Thai dynasty. The largest ones draw crowds, but it's well worth wandering off the beaten path and finding a temple not on the tour bus circuit. The Thai patrons of Chiang Mai's temples are pleased to see that visitors take an interest in the images and traditions of Lord Buddha's teac Read more:Buddhist
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Wat Chiang Man : Chiang Mai 2007-04-14 09:01:00 This temple was built in 1297 at the site of the camp King Mangrai used when he supervised the building of Chiang
Mai. It was the first temple to be built in Chiang Mai
and contains several very old artifacts. The oldest structure is the Chang Lom chedi, which is in a style that could have originated from Sri Lanka via Sukhothai, or from Pagan. Fifteen elephants represent a sea of unformed matter upon which the cosmos of the chedi floats. Nearby are a lotus pond, a raised scripture repository and an ubosot. The stela in front of the ubosot was inscribed in 1581, and is one of the oldest known records that establishes the founding date of Chiang Mai. The temple has two Lanna style viharn. The larger viharn was renovated by Khru Ba Srivichai in the 1920's. The standing Buddha image (front right of the altar) has an inscription on its slightly lopsided square base that dates it to 1465. This makes it the oldest dated Buddha image to be found so far in Chiang Mai. Close study shows new gi
Giant in the Wat Phra Kaew temple :Bangkok 2007-04-12 10:50:00 The giant stand beside the gate to protect the temple from all devil and ghost.All Giants around Wat Phra Kaew was turn his face to The hall of Temple for protect The Emerald Buddha (Phra Kaew Morakot or Phra Bhuddha Maha Mani Ratana Patimakorn). All giants around was 12, come from The Ramayana scene (same story on Mural wall painting).All 12 Giants made from cement; decorated by mosaic and mirror. Hanging the bat, protect the gate. All was height about 6 Metres (suppose the giants was established on King Rama 2 period)1. Tossa Girithorn Giant; Soil Swan or dark pot color, end of nose was trunk. He was son of Ravana and Elephant.2. Tossa Giriwan Giant; the Tossa Kirithorn’s twin, end of nose was trunk too.Front of the hall of temple, Wat Phra Kaew3. Wirunhok Giant; Kab color, irritable and be quick-tempered. Govern a country Unthakarn City.4. Mangkornkan Giant; King of Giant, green color. He was son of Phraya Korn and Ratchadasoon, king of Romekal City.Back of the hall of temple, Wa Read more:Bangkok
Wat Suan Mokkhaphalaram : Surat Thani 2007-04-12 10:27:00 Wat Suan Mokkhaphalaram Commonly known as Suan Mokkh (Garden of Liberation), the modern forest monastery was founded in 1959by the late Ajahn Buddhadasa Bhikkhu, one of Thailand's most famous monks. This 150-acre forest temple is formerly called Wat Than Nam Lai, and is located beside Highway No. 41, approximately 50 kilometers north from the Surat City. (or at kilometer 134 marker). Suan Mokkh is set in a serene ambience conducive for meditation or contemplation of the philosophy of life. The temple itself is nothing but a combination of natural sandy grounds and rocks, dotted with trees. There are no elaborate stupas and chapels like other temples, only a place that keeps one in truly in tune with nature. Buddhadasa Bhikkhus philosophy is universal in nature. It's the combination of Zen, Taoist and Christian elements with the Theravada Buddhism. That's why his teaching has attracted many Thais and foreigners, especially those who are eager to look inward and realign themselv
Phra Borom That Chaiya :Surat Thani 2007-04-12 10:11:00 Phra Borom That Chaiya Located approximately 4 kilometers northeast of Suan Mokkh, or approximately 54 kilometers north of the provincial capital, this ancient chedi houses Buddha relics, which are highly revered by local residents. The restored Phra Borom That Chaiya serves as a fine example of Srivijaya's influence on religious architecture and is believed to have been built more than 1,200 years ago. Along the courtyard of the chedi are several sculptures and Buddha images.Chaiya is one of the oldest cities of Thailand. It was a regional capital in the Srivijaya kingdom of the 5th to 13th century - some historians even claim that it was the capital for the kingdom for some time, but this is largely disputed. The temple Wat Phra Borom That is centered around a reconstructed pagoda in Srivijaya style. The nearby branch of the National Museum has several relicts of that time on display. Two more former pagodas nearby are now only brick mounds. Inscription 23, as it was labeled by
Wat Suthatthepwararam Rajaworamahavihara :ROYAL WAT : First Class Bangkok 2007-04-12 09:36:00 Wat Suthatthepwararam Rajaworamahavihara ( Wat Suthat ) is situated on Bamrung Muang Road, near the Giant Swing. King Rama I commissioned its construction in 1807 to enshrine the phra To, or Phra Sri Sakayamunee, image from Sukhothai. Construction was begun in the First
Reign and completed in the Third Reign. The murals depict scenes from the Tribhumi Khatha and are the work of craftsmen of Second and Third Reigns. The caving on the front door is said to be the work of King Rama II. The door is very thick panel of wood deeply carved in an intricate design of creeping plants and animals. The cloth draped over the lap of the Phra Sri Sakayamunee image is the repository of the ashes of King Rama VIII. The Phra Ubosot was built in the Third Reign and is very large and long. There are mural Read more:Bangkok
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Brief History of the Emerald Buddha 2007-04-12 06:38:00 The EmeraldBuddha
is in reality carved from a large piece ofgreen jade. According to a reliable cronicle, in 1434 A.D. the Emerald Buddha was found in a chedi in Chiangrai in northern Thailand. Later on it was brought to Lampang province by King Samfangkaen and remained there for 32 years, until 1468 when Chiangmai had a powerful king, King Tiloka had the Emerald Buddha brought to Chiangmai.In 1551 the king of Chiangmai, who had no son,died. One of his daughters was married to the king of Laos. She had borne one son, name Prince Chaichettha. When the king of Chiangmai died the ministers of Chiangmai invited the prince, who was fifteen, to become king and he accepted. However, when his father, the king of Laos, passed away, King Chaichettha wanted to go back to Laos. So he returned to Luang Prabang, the then capital of Laos, taking the Emerald Buddha with him, and promised the ministers of Chiangmai to come back. But he never returned nor send back the Emeral Read more:Brief
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Wat Bowonniwet Wihan : Bangkok 2007-04-12 05:57:00 Wat Bowonniwet Wihan, or Wat Bowon for short, and its former name was Wat Mai, was built in the reign of King Rama III, by Somdet Phra Woraratchao Maha Sakdipollasep. In the reign of King Rama VI, the nearby temple Wat Rangsi Sutthawat and Wat Bowon were amalgamated into one temple in 1923. Enshrining Phra Ubosot is a brazen Buddha image name Pha Phuttha Chinnasi in attitude of sudduing mara posture. The image was shifted from Wat Phrasi Rattana Mahathat in Phisanulok province.During monkhood, King Rama 4, 6, 7 and 9 had resided this temple. There have been six abbots from the beginning to the present, three of whom have been Supreme Patriarchs including H.H. Somdet Pra Nyanasamvara, the sixth and present abbot from 1961. In addition to Pha Phuttha Chinnasi, the temple hightlights are Uposatha Hall, the Main Gateway (known as Siew Kgang in Thai), Sala Dang [The Red Pavilions], Great Cetiya, Buddha Footprint, Vihara Geng & Vihara Pra Sasada, Bodhi Tree, Tipitaka & Karnparien Hall Read more:Bangkok
Wat Kamphaeng Laeng : Phetchaburi 2007-04-12 05:17:00 The biggest and oldest historical site, Wat Kamphaeng Laeng provides evidence of Phetchaburi as a great settlement from 12th – 13th centuries.The prasat of three late rite tall stupas Prang is the architecture influenced by the Khamer of Bayon period It is surrounded by kamphaeng laeng or a laterite wall with some intact arched doors called Khopura. On the stone walls appeared the Dvaravati stucco mouldings such as the pattern of Naga or serpant gripped in the mouth of dragon and the columns. This is the masterpiece artists who create their own artistic work. source: www.thai-tour.comTechnorati tags : Wat Kamphaeng Laeng ,Phetchaburi ,thailand ,wat ,thai temple
Tham Khao Luang : Phetchaburi 2007-04-12 04:37:00 This cave is located approximately five kilometers from khao Wang. From the foot hill, there are concrete stair cases leading to the cave entrance. Khao Luang is a small-sized hill having a height of 92 meters at the peak. However, Khao Luang Cave is regarded as the Largest and most important cave of Changwat Phetchaburi because the important ornamented Buddha image built by King Rama V and dedicated to King Rama III and IV is enshrined here. This cave had been a royal picnic site since the King Rama IV period. He was very fond of this place so that he commanded the renovation of several old Buddha images in the cave.On the right hand side of the entrance at Khao Luang foot hill, there is a big beautiful monastery called by Phetchaburi folks Wat Tham Klaep which is now Wat Bun Thawi. There are some interesting items to be seen in this monastery such as a hude multipurpose pavilion, and beautiful wood carved door panels of the main shrine hall which was designed and constructed by the L
Wat Jet Yod : Chiang Mai 2007-04-11 15:40:00 Wat Jet Yod or Wat Bhodharam Maha Wiharn The Castle-shape Chedi in which are buried the ashes of King TilokalagaThis wat, situated down a left turn about a kilometre north of Chiang
Mai, off the Super Highway Road. It has the usual whitewashed wall surrounding the compound, set amidst banana-leaf-roofed houses in a quiet rural district.Its popular name, Wat Jet Yod, comes from the seven-spired chedi (Jet Yod = seven spired) in which are buried the ashes of King Tilokalaga. This king chose this site for a wat in 1455 and planted a bhodi tree, said to be taken from bhodi tree in Ceylon. in 1477 he called the Eighth World Buddhist Council Meeting which was held at this very spot. Thus, when he died in 1487, it was natural that he should be cremated here.Wat Jed Yord is situated on the superhighway off Huay Kaew Road, near the Chiangmai National Museum. Built in 1455 by King Tilokaraja, its name means "Seven Spires" - a description of a jedee's construction. It was copied from the Mahabod Read more:Chiang Mai
Wat Pun Taow, Chiang Mai 2007-04-11 15:18:00 Wat Pun Taow was nearly Wat Chedi Luang, the important in this wat is Wiharn, at the beginning was Ho Kum of King Maha Pathad the 5th King of Chiang
Mai. During the reign of King Phra Chao Intavityanon, the 7th King of Chiang Mai
, was given to made wiharn. At the wiharn having big door and over the door woodcarved at work in Peacock.Wat Pan Tao is one of the few remaining temples with wooden buildings that are still in good condition.Technorati tags : thailand ,wat thai ,Chiang Mai,thai templesource: www.geocities.com/RainForest
Wat Chedi Luang : Chiang Mai 2007-04-11 06:35:00 King Saen Muang Ma began building the Phra Chedi Luang to enshrine the relics of his father at the end of the 14th century, but King Tilokarat completed it. The chedi used to be 90 meters high before it was partly destroyed in an earthquake in 1545; it was to remain the tallest structure in Chiang
Mai for over 500 years. The present restored chedi is about 60 meters high. One of the best times to see this chedi is during the wian tian ceremony in the evening on one of the main Buddhist festival days. The large viharn was built in 1928. Round columns with bell shaped bases and lotus finials support the high red ceiling inside. The standing Buddha image inside is known as the Phra Chao Attarot. Made of a combination ofbrass alloy and mortar, the image dates back to King Saen Muang Ma (r.1385-1401). Buddhist posters are placed along the walls between the windows, and cabinets with Buddha images and Bencharong ceramics line the walls. The cross shaped hall to the south of the main viharn Read more:Chiang Mai
ATTRACTIONS IN AYUTTHAYA : Thai temple 2007-04-11 05:01:00 WAT PHRA SI SANPHETThis is the most important temple within the Royal Palace compound and corresponds to the Emerald Buddha Temple in Bangkok’s Grand Palace. In 1500, a 16-meter high standing Buddha was cast by King Ramathipodi II. The image was covered with gold weighing some 170 kilograms. In 1767, the Burmese set fire to the image to melt off the gold, completely destroying the image and the temple. Nearby are three Ceylonese-style chedis build during the 15th Century to enshrine the ashes of three Ayutthaya King. These were renovated in 1956.WAT PHRA MAHATHATThis temple is on the corner of Chi Kun Road and Naresuan Road. It was built by King Ramesuan in 1384. The major construction was the high pagoda, or prang, which was destroyed by Burmese invaders. When the government undertook to restore all Ayutthaya ruins in 1956, the Fine Arts Department excavated the pagoda and found a buried treasure chest containing many valuables. Among the objects discovered were a relic of Lord Budd
Wat Phra Kaew & the Grand Palace : A first stop when visiting Bangkok 2007-04-10 16:39:00 A first stop when visiting Bangkok
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with the Royal Temple (Wat Phra Kaew, or Wat Phra Kaeo), home of the Emerald Buddha, is the spiritual heart of the nation. The entire palace complex offers 218,400 square metres of intricate symbolism, history and cultural traditions.Wat Phra Kaew is the most sacred site in the country, a glorious explosion of Thai architecture and colour from start to finish, complete with murals of Hindu epic the Ramayana, statues of Yoga masters, the Chinese Goddess of Mercy and many Buddhas.The sacred Emerald Buddha statue is housed in a building that sparkles with gilt and glass, supported by 112 garudas. Pilgrims come from all over Thailand to see this revered image. It is thought to have been created in Sri Lanka, but was discovered when lightning cracked open an old chedi in Chiang Rai. The Laotians held it for 200 years, but as it was believed to deliver miracles wherever it went, King Rama I snatched the statue back when he sacked Vientie
Bangkok top 10 for visitors by Andy Burrows 2007-04-10 16:35:00 Wondering what to do in Bangkok
for the weekend? Or what to leave out? Here are ten of the best sights and activities to get the most out of this great Asian city.Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew Together, these two attractions are top of most visitors' itinerary. They form the most splendid and ornate of Thailand's temples and palaces, making them a primary attraction. Wat Phra Kaew, also commonly referred to as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is the name of the most famous Buddhist temple (wat) in Bangkok, which is situated within a complex of temples and houses the famous Emerald Buddha statue. Sitting adjacent to the temple complex is the Grand Palace, an ornate royal residence built in the neo-Baroque style. Appropriate clothing must be worn for both attractions. Jim Thompson's House A trained architect, Thompson was posted in many locations around the world during WWII. When the war came to an end, Thompson was en-route to Bangkok. Having developed a love for the country, he r
Wat Saket (The Golden Mount) 2007-04-10 16:16:00 Wat Saket’s major feature is the Golden
Mount, dating from the 1800. It is an artificial hill topped by a gilded pagoda which is 260 feet in height from its base. Begun by King Rama III and completed in the reign of King Rama IV, the golden mount is one of the most celebrated landmarks in Bangkok’s old area. The golden Chedi houses relics of Buddha and affords visitors who climb its 318 steps a panoramic view of Bangkok from the top.Wat Saket is easily recognized by its golden Chedi atop a fortress-like hill near the pier for Bangkok's east-west klong ferry. The wat was restored by King Rama I, and 30,000 bodies were brought here during a plague in the reign of Rama II. The hill, which is almost 80 meters high, is an artificial construction begun during the reign of Rama III. Rama IV brought in 1,000 teak logs to shore it up because it was sinking into the swampy ground. Rama V built the golden chedi to house a relic of Buddha, said to be from India or Nepal, given to him by the B
Wat Phra Sri Sanphet 2007-04-10 15:53:00 The royal palace was located here from the establishment of Ayutthaya in the reign of King Ramathibodi 1 (1350 A.D.) to the reign of King Sam Phraya (1448 A.D.). Later King Borommatrailokanat ordered a wat to be built on this site in 1448 A.D. to be used as a monastic area. After the reign of King Borommatrailokanat, his son King Ramathibodi II,ordered the construction for two chedis, one of which was kept theashes of his father and the other those of his brother, King Borom-marachathirat III. Another chedi was built by order of King Borom-rachanophuttangkun. It was similarly used to house royal remains those of King Ramathibodi II.In 1499, a principal viharn was built. The following year, in 1500 A.D.,King Ramathibodi II commanded the casting of a standing Buddha image 16 meters high and covered with gold. This image, Phra Buddha Chao Si Sanphet was the main object of veneration in the royal viranra (hall of worship). After that time the ashes of membersof the
Wat Pho : Wat Phrachetuphon Wimonmangkhalaram Rajaworamahavihara 2007-04-10 15:21:00 Contorted hermit mount.Reclining Buddha's feet. Phra Maha Chedi Sri Rajakarn.Wat Phrachetuphon Wimonmangkhalaram Rajaworamahavihara ( Wat Pho) is situated behind the Grand Palace, near the Tha Tien Pier. It is a large temple originally called Wat Photharam, that was built during the Ayutthaya Period. King Rama I ordered its complete restoration in 1789 and installed many Buddha images that were removed from abandoned temples in other parts of the country. King Rama III ordered another major renovation of the temple to make it a center of learning and art. This took 16 years to complete. Texts from treatises on various fields of knowledge were inscribed on marble slabs and placed in pavilions in the temple and stone statues. Wat Pho thus became a source of knowledge for people of all classes and has therefore
How to Visit a Temple in Thailand 2007-04-10 15:00:00 Take special care in learning the proper ritual for visiting a temple in Thailand
. Instructions STEP 1: Buy incense or a flower from a stand outside the temple. STEP 2: Approach the temple door and remove your shoes. STEP 3: Enter the temple without speaking. STEP 4: Be careful not to touch any of the statues or the symbols once inside. STEP 5: Place your offering, either incense or flower, at the base of the Buddha statue. STEP 6: Remain silent. Tips & Warnings The Thai word for temple is "wat."The Thai people consider sl Read more:Temple
Muang Tam Sanctuary : Buriram 2007-04-16 06:46:00 Muang Tam Sanctuary
was built during 9th to the 10th Century. It is at Ban Khok Muang which lies at the foot of a mountain 8 km. away from Phanom Rung. The road to the sanctuary is entirely paved with asphalt. Muang Tam Sanctuary is a brick structure with 5 pagodas surrounded by laterite ponds. At the corner of each pond is a sandstone five-headed Naga that stretches around the four directions of the pond, these are plain headed Nagas. The sandstone lintel and doorway are beautifully carved. The compound is encircled by a crooked terrace and a laterite wall. Historically, there is no evidence as to who build this sanctuary, the lintel shows a Hindu deitycharacterizing Khmer Baphuan style of the 11th c. (1017-1087), it might be argued that the temple was built for Hindu community. Muang Tam Sanctuary opens everyday from 06.00-18.00 hrs. Admission fee is 30 baht per person. photo: moohin.comTechnorati tags : Muang Tam Sanctuary /Buriram /thailand /ancient /t
Wat Phra Phutthabat : Saraburi 2007-04-16 06:26:00 Phra Phutthabat Shrine Located at Tambon Khunkhlon, Amphoe Phra Phutthabat, 28 kilometres from Saraburi City. There is an entrance to the left before you reach Amphoe Phra Phutthabat. The distance to the temple is one kilometre. The most important aspect of this temple is the Holy Buddha FootPhot Hill of Satchaphanthakhiri Hill. The feature of the Footprint is similar to that of a human being, measuring 21 inches wide, 5 feet long and 11 inches deep. The Footprint was discovered in the reingn of King Songtham (1624- 1628) who faithfully believed that this must have been the Lord Buddha's Footprint because its featres The King then hak a mondop constructed to enshrine the Holy Buddha Footprint. Other buildings were added later periods. The mondop is a square-shaped building decorated with a seven-storey top roofing with green ceramic tiles. Each storey is decorated with a niche. There are square-form pillars with indented corners. Each pillar is gilded and structed with glass. The
Elephant Kraal Pavillion : Ayutthaya 2007-04-16 06:15:00 Elephant Kraal Pavillion (Phaniat ) In the old time wild elephants were searched and chased into the "paniat". The Pavillion, utilized as the royal seat to witness the elephant round up, is located 4 kms. from the cityalong Highway No.309.This pavilion was utilized as the royal seat to witness the elephant round up. It is located 4 kms.northeast of the town along Highway No. 309. The outlook is a big cage surrounded with logs having,from the front centre, fencing lines of 45 degrees spread out to both sides far away into the jungle area.
Wat Puthaisawan : Ayutthaya 2007-04-16 06:03:00 This temple is located not far from the Portugese Village. The entrance leads to the statue of King Naresuan the Great and King Agatosarot where people come to play respect. Inside the temple, three Buddha images are located. According the the history during Ayutthaya period this temple was famous for its sword fighters training.Technorati tags: Ayutthaya /Wat Puthaisawan /thai temple /wat /thailand
Wat Ratchaburana :Ayutthaya 2007-04-16 05:57:00 In 1424 A.D. King Intharachathirat passed away. His two sons, Chao Aye Phraya who reigned over Suphanburi, and Chao Yi Phraya who reigned over Sanburi, met in battle as each desired the throne. This took place at the approach to the Pa-Than bridge and ended with the death of both sons. A third son, Chao Sam Phraya came down from Phitsanulok and acceded to the throne where upon he declared his intention to organize a funeral for his father and his two brothers. Afterwards he ordered the building of a wat, namely Wat Ratchaburana, at the site of the cremation and at the place where his brothers fought and died he had two chedis created in which to keep their ashes. In September of 1957 A.D. looter dug
ATTRACTIONS IN AYUTTHAYA 2007-04-16 05:41:00 The Reclining Buddha image and its Vihara were probably built in the reign of King Naresuan. It was particularly used for worship and meditation. The present image was restored in A.D.1965.The three stately Chedi of Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, a royal temple built in 1491 that honors three 15th-century kings.The amazing Buddha image head at Wat Mahathat.source: bangkoksite.comTechnorati tags : Wat Mahathat /Wat Phra Sri Sanphet /Ayutthaya /thai temple /thailand
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