wat
வாட்
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I suggested we sample a shadow-puppet show and stroll around the eccentrically decorated wats .
(in Thailand, Cambodia, and Laos) a Buddhist monastery or temple.
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We find a place to stay and set off for Wat Pho - the oldest and largest 'wat' in Bangkok, which houses the largest reclining Buddha in Thailand.
To this end he has spent time in the saffron robes in the 'wat' .
After completing the circuit, we entered the 'wat' itself.
Ever sat alone inside a church or a 'wat' and absorbed the peace and serenity?
The style of the main stupa at the 'wat' is derived from Singhalese art around the same time as Singhalese Theravada Buddhism.
The 'wat' is extremely ornate and embellished with murals, statues, and glittering gold.
These clinics will be held in the 38 local 'wats' regularly on a rotating basis in conjunction with the Pattaya and Chonburi city councils and the local abbots.
The Cambodian, Laotian and Burmese temples (when they were finally established) followed the practice of the Thai 'wats' .
When we entered the 'Wat' around lunch time, we were struck by the droning chant of a large group of monks prior to their midday meal.
I suggested we sample a shadow-puppet show and stroll around the eccentrically decorated 'wats' .
Other sights to marvel at include several impressive 'wats' and the spectacular Silver Pagoda, which dramatically illustrates the richness of Khmer culture.
That's a good time to seek a shady respite at one of the city's more than 40 temples, known as 'wats' .
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