This is the Phra Phuttha Sihing golden Buddha statue, which is a sacred Buddha image of Cambodia and is one of the largest pure gold Buddha statues in the world.
🏛️History and Origins
• Origin of the statue: According to the video, this statue was created in 1908 (BE 2451) by King Sisowath of Cambodia to honor King Norodom, his father.
• Material and size: The statue is made of pure gold, weighing 2,400 taels (approximately 1,200 kilograms). It has a total height of 4.51 meters and a height of 1.60 meters (excluding the base).
• Enshrinement: It is enshrined at the Silver Pagoda (Wat Preah Keo Morakot) in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
✨ Cultural Significance
• Symbol of faith: This Buddha statue is not only a symbol of Buddhism but also a symbol of unity and prosperity of the Kingdom of Cambodia.
• Art and architecture: The design of the statue is influenced by the Sukhothai art of Thailand, showing the close cultural relationship between the two countries.
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