This Wat contains one of Thailand's largest bronze Buddha images. (101k)	This Buddha image was originally enshrined outside the Grand palace to the east. King Songtham commanded it to be transferred to the west, where it is currently enshrined and covered with a Mondop. (131k)
In 1767 Burmese invaders destroyed much of the Wihan and damaged the images'head and right hand. (57k)	Miss Thailand and runners up riding in elephant parade.   (95k)

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