Giant Swing

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by กสิณธร ราชโอรส

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The Giant Swing in Bangkok, Thailand, is an iconic religious structure situated in front of Wat Suthat, one of Bangkok's oldest and most significant temples. Erected in 1784, the towering red teak structure was originally used in an annual Brahmin ceremony known as the Triyampawai or Swinging Ceremony, which symbolized the Hindu god Shiva's journey to Earth. Although the ceremony was discontinued in the early 20th century due to safety concerns, the Giant Swing remains a popular historical landmark and a testament to Thailand's rich cultural heritage.

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