3352 x 5028 px | 28,4 x 42,6 cm | 11,2 x 16,8 inches | 300dpi
Data acquisizione:
febbraio 2007
Ubicazione:
Bangkok Thailand
Altre informazioni:
The Grand Palace complex, which includes the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Keow) is unquestionably one of the wonders of the world today. Within its enormous grounds is the most exotic Buddhist temple and at the heart of the temple itself is a fabulous Buddha image, carved from one piece of Jade, which is the holiest and most revered of religious objects in Thailand today. Nearby is the Grand Palace, once the official home for the Kings of Siam - built in traditional Thai architecture mixed with European designs. You can also see the Royal Funeral Hall and the Royal Coronation Hall. Buddhist monks must also be treated with respect. Monks cannot touch, or be touched, by females, or accept anything form the hand of a woman. Never stand over a seated monk since they should always remain at the highest elevations. In general, it is best to treat them as respectfully as possible. Visitors are advised not to approach them in public, unless you are guided by a Thai who can mediate the interaction. The rules of interaction between monks and lay people are very clearly defined and observed. Unless you understand and adhere to the cultural rules, you will find yourself at best a fool, at worst in a very serious situation.
