Right in front of the small temple of Wat Suthat Stands the two red pillars known as the "Giant Swing" or "Sao Ching Cha". Erected in the reign of King Rama I it is one of Bangkok's most important historical sites. The Giant Swing was formerly used in the old Brahmin ritual known as Tri-yampawai. The Swing ceremony was regarded by the Brahmins as a new year's celebration and was performed to greet Shiva on his yearly 10 day visit to Earth. The event was discontinued during the reign of King Rama VII. Today, the Giant Swing is a symbol of the enduring prosperity of Bangkok as the capital of Thailand.
Thursday, May 8, 2008
The Giant Swing
Right in front of the small temple of Wat Suthat Stands the two red pillars known as the "Giant Swing" or "Sao Ching Cha". Erected in the reign of King Rama I it is one of Bangkok's most important historical sites. The Giant Swing was formerly used in the old Brahmin ritual known as Tri-yampawai. The Swing ceremony was regarded by the Brahmins as a new year's celebration and was performed to greet Shiva on his yearly 10 day visit to Earth. The event was discontinued during the reign of King Rama VII. Today, the Giant Swing is a symbol of the enduring prosperity of Bangkok as the capital of Thailand.
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