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King Taksin the Great Monument |
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This is an equestrian statue situated at Wongwian
Yai Circle on Prachathipok Road. The king is portrayed with his right
hand holding a sword, measuring approximately 9 metres in height from
his horse's feet to the spire of his hat. The statue rests on a
reinforced concrete pedestal of 8.90 x 1.80 x 3.90 metres. There are
four frames of stucco relief on the two sides of the pedestal. The
opening ceremony of this monument was held on 17 April, 1954 and a
homage-paying fair takes place annually on 28 December.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 25 December 2008 )
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