Buddha-City Centre-Singburi City, Thailand
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Ianatlarge
N 14° 53.808 E 100° 23.724
47P E 650100 N 1647381
A large Buddha standing in central Thailand.
Waymark Code: WMZQ0Z
Location: Thailand
Date Posted: 12/18/2018
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This imposing statue of the Buddha is located in the centre of the small, central Thai city of Singburi. It stands next to several other cultural artifacts and sites. The statue is approximately 3 metres tall, composed of bronze, and is a shrine for local people.
The Buddha is the founder and principal figure in the Buddhist faith. He lived during the sixth centre BCE, beginning life as an Indian prince, but then turned from a life or power and ease, to seek enlightenment. The Buddhist belief system centres around the teachings of the Buddha and the Buddhist community, and includes a belief in reincarnation. There are approximately 500 million Buddhists, and, while present in virtually every country, its practitioners are most likely to be found in India and east Asia.
Associated Religion(s): Buddhism.
Statue Location: Singburi City, centre.
Entrance Fee: 0
Artist: Unknown
Website: Not listed
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Take a picture of the statue. A waymarker and/or GPSr is not required to be in the image but it doesn't hurt.
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