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  Vat That: The Great Stupa (M.L.P.1920)

     The big stupa that has lent its name to the monastery was built by King Saya Seithathiraths mother. It is square and comprises three parts. The first level of the three-tiered base features open-work ornamental roof eaves. The second part comprises the square crenellated main body; each side on which is fitted a false door that shelters a standing Buddha (symbol of the Master's omnipresence and his protection over the world). The last and bulbous part of the stupa is crowned with numerous circular moldings ending with a sharp-pointed arrow No tiered parasol is featured.

 

          
         

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