Phra Pathom

stupa, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand

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The Phra Pathom Chedi is a stupa located in Nakhon Pathom, Thailand. A stupa, originating in ancient India, is a monument that evolved from a hemispherical dome into a towerlike structure, often associated with Buddhist temple complexes.12

The Phra Pathom Chedi is a prominent example of a pagoda in Southeast Asia, characterized by its pyramidal or conical shape. These structures are typically used to house relics or remains of saints and kings, symbolizing sacred mountains. The Phra Pathom Chedi is one of the most well-known pagodas in the region.12

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Phra Pathom, the highest stupa in Thailand, rises to 380 feet (116 m). The town also has a campus (arts, education, and science) of the Bangkok-based Silpakorn University (1943).
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Phra Pathom, the highest stupa in Thailand, rises to 380 feet (116 m). The town also has a campus (arts, education, and science) of the Bangkok-based Silpakorn University (1943).
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