Thailand: Statue of King Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII), Wat Suthat, Bangkok

Phra Bat Somdet Phra Poramentharamaha Ananda Mahidol Phra Atthama Ramathibodindara, or Rama VIII, (20 September 1925–9 June 1946) was the eighth monarch of Thailand under the House of Chakri.

Wat Suthat Thepphawararam is a royal temple of the first grade, one of six such temples in Thailand. Construction was begun by King Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke (Rama I) in 1807. Further construction and decorations were carried out by King Buddha Loetla Nabhalai (Rama II) who helped carve the wooden doors, but the temple was not completed until the reign of King Jessadabodindra (Rama III) in 1847. The temple is a fine example of the Rattanakosin architectural style. It also contains the Buddha image Phra Sri Sakyamuni or "Sisakayamunee" which was moved from Sukhothai province.

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CPA Media Co. Ltd.

Photographer:

David Henley

Credit:

Pictures From Asia

Theme:

SIAMESE MONARCHS