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| H.R.H. Prince Narisranuvativong | |
To commemorate the importance of Prince Narisara Nuwattiwong to the Thai nation and to mark his 128th Birthday Anniversary. He was born on 28 April 1863. Portrait of Prince Narisara Nuwattiwong, a younger brother of King Rama V, in front of the Marble Temple in Bangkok, which he designed. A younger brother of King Rama V, who is best known for his artistic talent, both as a designer and composer. His architectural work includes the designs of Wat Benjamabophit, i.e. the Marble Temple in Bangkok ,the seal of Bangkok ,i.e. the image of Indra riding on the elephant Erawan ,the Pig Memorial ,besides several government buildings, while his most notable contribution in music is as the author of the earlier lyrics of the Royal Hymn, known in Thai as Phleng Sansaroen Phra Barami. His name is also transcribed Narisara Nuvativongse and in English texts he is often referred to as Prince Naris. He was born on 28 April 1863 and passed away on 10 March 1947 at the age of 83. |
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| Issued Country | Thailand |
| Issued Year | 28.04.1991 |
| Category | Buddhist Architect |
| Type | First Day Cover |