MURALS
( Wat Suwannaram, ThonBuri, Bangkok )
Dating back to Ayuthaya era, this temple was renovated and completed in 1831. Murals in main wihan (chapel) are some of the best of the early 19th century. This Ayuthayan temple is very famous for the murals painted by two historic artists, Thong Yu and Pae Khong. Murals painted by these two artists in other temples are more or less repainted, the ones here are kept original. The murals tell the story of Lord Buddha. Experts say these the most beautiful murals in Thailand. Look closely at the one with the Lord Buddha and his mother. The main chapel has a unique shape of a boat symbolizing the carrier of Lord Buddha bringing buddhists to the enlightment. The gable is decorated by carved wood. The temple is open from 06:00 - 17:00 with no admissiom fee but you can donate if you want. Temple phone number is 424-1673.