Wat Kudi Dao

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Buddhist temple ruins in Ayutthaya province, Thailand

역사·문화BY TELLBY

1Wat Kudi Dao

Welcome to Wat Kudi Dao, translating evocatively to the Monastery of the Star. Situated just outside the main city island to the east, this temple is a masterpiece of late Ayutthaya architecture and one of the most enigmatic…
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2The Royal Residence: Tamnak Kaman Lain

We begin our exploration just outside the main temple walls at a highly unusual structure known as the Tamnak Kaman Lain, or the Royal Residence. This expansive, two-story building was specifically constructed to house the…
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3The Outer Walls and Entrance Archways

Let us step through the grand entrance into the sacred Phutthawat, or the Buddha's enclosure. The perimeter wall of Wat Kudi Dao is exceptionally well preserved compared to many other sites. …
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4The Colossal Viharn and Giant Columns

We now face the Viharn, the main prayer hall, facing west toward the setting sun. This structure is an absolute triumph of late Ayutthayan engineering. …
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5The Fallen Principal Chedi

Directly behind the Viharn lies the tragic, romantic ruin of the principal Chedi. Originally a soaring, bell shaped stupa exhibiting classical Mon architectural influences, the structure suffered a catastrophic collapse. …
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6The Legend of Pu Som Fao Sap

Let us move to the shaded area behind the main ruins, where the atmosphere grows decidedly tense. Here we encounter the shrine dedicated to Pu Som Fao Sap, the legendary guardian of the treasure. …
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7Prince Bira's Excavation and the Curse

To understand the modern terror associated with Wat Kudi Dao, we must recount the famous historical incident involving Prince Bira—a Western-educated member of the Thai royal family and famous race car driver—in the nineteen…
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8Wat Kudi Dao

Our journey through the architectural majesty and chilling folklore of Wat Kudi Dao comes to a close. This site is a profound study in duality. …
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