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����������������������������������� The Sanctuary of Truth |
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This amazing structure was commenced in 1980 at the end of a beautiful cosy beach� at Moonlight on Sea North Pattaya.Wong prachan beach |
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The Sanctuary presents seven creators through carved wooden sculptures that adorn its interior. |
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The Sanctuary of Truth was conceived out a vision that human civilization has been achieved and nourished by religious and philosophical truth. |
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On top of the four spires of the Sanctuary the four elements that will lead to the ideal world according to eastern philosophy are presented by� four wooden sculptures of celestial bodies: |
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They are Heaven, Earth, Father, Mother, Moon, Sun and Stars. |
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; A body holding a child and leading an elderly person, which represents life bestowed upon human beings. |
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.Deva- holding a lotus flower, representing the establishment of religion, the pillar of the�� world. |
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On top of the tallest central spire is Kalaki mounted on a horse the symbol of Phra Sri Ariyametrai. |
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. A body with a pigeon perching on his hand symbolizing peace |
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Unfortunately many of the hundreds of wooden statues have been damaged by the effect of sea water and have to either be replaced or repaired |
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This is the figure of Kalaki on her horse that has been taken down for repair after being damaged by a lightning strike. |
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Below is the eastern entrance with the celestial body on top. |
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�One of the supports with fantastic carvings and statues.����������������������������������������������������������������������������� |
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�The roof in the middle of the building������������������������������� |
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