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| 25th Century of Buddhism (1957) | |
Gem-like Wheel of Law with the Phra Pathom Chedi in Nakhon Pathom The Dharma Chakra ("Wheel of Dharma") is a widespread symbol used in Indian religions such as Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. Historically, the dharma wheel was often used as a decoration in Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist temples. Phra Pathommachedi or Phra Pathom Chedi is a stupa in Thailand. The stupa is located in the Wat Phra Pathommachedi Ratcha Wora Maha Wihan, a temple in the town center of Nakhon Pathom, Nakhon Pathom Province, Thailand. Phra Pathommachedi is the tallest stupa in Thailand.
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| Issued Country | Thailand |
| Issued Year | 1957 |
| Category | Buddhist Architect Buddhist Symbol Events |
| Type | Postage Stamps |