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Phra Mongkhon Bophit is one of the largest bronze Buddha images in Thailand

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 About  : Phra Mongkhon Bophit



         Phra Mongkhon Bophit is one of the largest bronze Buddha images in Thailand.The Imange measures 9.55 metres at the widest point across the lap ,and 12.45 meters high without the base.this buddha image is seated in the position of the subduing mara and situated on the west side of the old palace compound in the Vihara of Phra Mongkhon Bophit temple.The image is belived to have been contructed in the early Ayutthaya period between 1488 to 1602 A.D. and was originally situated at the east side of the olad palace compound.Later ,during the region of King Song Tham it was moved to the west side and a Mondop was built to shelter it. During the reign of King Phra Chao Sua (1706 A.D.) the top part of the Mondop and the head of the image were damaged by lightnig.The Mondop was converted into a Vihara and the main restoration of Phra Mongkhon Bophit was completed during the rein of King Boromakote (1742-1743 A.D.).


         During the fall of thte Ayutthaya Kingdom in 1767 ,the roof of the Vihara was damaged by fire and the head and the right arm of the image were broken.Later ,the image was repaired and the Vihara was completely retored again in 1956.
(source : information billboard )
          
Location : Phra Mongkhon Bophit 
         Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit ,Ayutthaya ,Thailand.

Go to destination : Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit


Arrival : Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit
(Date taken : Nov 16,2014)
       














Travelling Date : Dec18,2022

           This is one place you should not miss to visit.Enjoy your trip. 


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