Emerald Buddha

This statue was first found in 1434 CE in Chiang Rai of northern Thailand after the stucco wall of a Buddhist Stupa was cracked open by lightning. Nothing is known about its past before that, making it one of the most mystical figurines that are considered to have some spiritual power. Travel enthusiasts looking to explore such intriguing artifacts can consider Thailand packages for an immersive experience in the rich cultural and historical tapestry of the region.

The only information about it is gathered from the palm leaf manuscript named the Chronicle of the Emerald Buddha, found in Chiang Mai and written in the Pali language. As per this manuscript, the statue was crafted by a Sarvastivadan Buddhist Monk in 43 BCE in Patliputra, India. 

The exterior of the Temple of the Emerald Buddha is made of dark blue, orange, and green glazed roof tiles, golden carvings, glittering mosaics, and bronze bells, giving it an extraordinarily beautiful view. The emerald statue is placed on a high pedestal inside the temple with two Buddha statues on both sides, which are about three meters tall. The inner and outer walls of the temple are covered in murals about the world as per Buddhist cosmology and scenes from Ramakein (Hindu epic Ramayana’s version from Thailand) respectively.

There are six pairs of Yakshas or giant demon guardians guarding the entrance of the temple and protecting it from any evil spirits.

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