Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Wat ChaiyaMangalaram - Thai Buddhist Temple


- Built in 1845


-This site of this temple was presented by Her Majesty Queen Victoria to 4 Siamese women trusteess as a gesture of goodwill towards Thailand.


- founded by Phorthan Kuat also known as Strong Monk


-he is very fond of Penang laksa -a shrine is built for him and people continue to bring laksa to pray to him.


- Here is the reclining Buddha 33 metres lenght.


-considered to be one of the longest.


-Used to be visited by HM King Bhumiphol and Queen Sirikit of Thailand.


-Festivals here is basically the Wesak Day.

-others such as Songkran ( Thai New Year) and Loy Krathong ( a goodwish festival)

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