Architectural Photography - Wat Inthakin (Chiang Mai, Thailand)
Most cities in Thailand have a city pillar called Lak Mueang. It is believed that within the shrine that holds the pillar also resides the city spirit diety, or Chao Pho Lak Mueang. This photo is of the shrine, Wat Inthakin, that formerly held the city pillar of Chiang Mai, called Sao Inthakin. This temple was built in the 13th Century and held the city pillar until 1800 when Lanna King Chao Kawila moved the pillar to the very close Wat Chedi Luang. What Chedi Lunag is the larger temple that most tourists come to visit, but by walking further on the ground and around a corner, I encountered this smaller, but incredibly ornate and beautiful temple. I'm very glad I did!
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Sometimes I wish we had cool beliefs like that here in the United States instead of just boring statues of presidents and the like.
That Temple is really quite gorgeous.
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Thanks for intfoducing us this architecture.Your photographic skill is so well.
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Pretty nice photos! I went to Chiang Mai a couple of years ago and was amazed by the architecture and local culture. Your post brings back good memories for me.
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I've seen quite a few posts about Thailand but I didn't know that small fact. Seems like it would be so cool to see how it looked in each city.
That's pretty interesting, didn't know that. I've been to Thailand two times alreasy but unfortunately I didn't make it to Chiang Mai so far, but net time for sure! 🙂
I love the Thai architecture style and how they pay special attention to details on their temples. It shows just how important religion is to them.
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