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| Unseen Thailand 2nd Series (2004)- Phra Phratahn Jaturathit , Wat Phumin , Nan | |
Places of interest and local heritage: Phra Phratahn Jaturathit , Wat Phumin , Nan The city of Nan's most famous wat is renowned for its cruciform ubosot which was constructed in 1596 and restored during the reign of Chao Ananta Vora Ritthi Det (1867-1875). It is the only temple which was built as if it were on the back of two immense snakes (or Nagas). Each of the four entrances is preceded by a small corridor topped by a finely decorated point shaped structure (underlining the royal origin of the temple) and is equipped with smoothly carved doors; with Chinese demon guards in the East, flowers in the North and forest life motives in the Lanna style in the West and South. |
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| Issued Country | Thailand |
| Issued Year | 2004 |
| Category | Events |
| Type | Postage Stamps |