Singburi City Pillar Shrine—Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Ianatlarge
N 14° 53.796 E 100° 23.730
47P E 650111 N 1647359
The major public shrine for the city and province of Singburi.
Waymark Code: WMZQ4P
Location: Thailand
Date Posted: 12/19/2018
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member RakeInTheCache
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Most Thai provinces has a 'City Pillar Shrine' located in the provincial capital. This Shrine representing the centre and the spirit of the city and province. Locals and visitors come by to pray and see good fortune and advice in life. In Thai the term is 'Lak Mueang'.

The Shrine for Singburi is in the city centre, adjacent to several other cultural sites. The Shrine is in the form of a small enclosure. In the centre is the golden pillar. There are numerous statues of the Buddha and other 'gods' in the Shrine. To enter, remove shoes and hat, walk in with respect.
Open to visitors?: Yes

Photography Permitted Inside?: Yes

Statue of the Buddha present?: Yes

Related Website: Not listed

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Photos of the shrine are strongly encouraged when permitted otherwise please refrain from taking pictures inside and in any case, generally have respect for the religious nature of the site.

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