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<p>Today it will be about the third attraction that <em><strong>Phuket Island in Thailand offers</strong></em>.<br>
If you are curious what is the first and the second, check out the articles below:
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</strong><a href="https://steemit.com/travelfeed/@see-it-feel-it/5-not-only-sex-attractions-of-bangla-road-in-patong-beach"><strong>5 |not-only-sex| attractions of Bangla Road in Patong Beach! [1 of 5]</strong></a><br></strong><a href="https://steemit.com/travelfeed/@see-it-feel-it/the-second-attraction-which-you-can-t-miss-on-phuket-island-2-of-5"><strong>The second attraction, which you can't miss on Phuket Island! [2 of 5]</strong></a><br><br>
There is religious freedom in Thailand, but it is Buddhism, to be precise <em><strong>Buddhism theravฤda</strong></em>, which is the main and most common religion.
It is estimated that this type of Buddhism is practiced by about <em><strong>90% of the local community</strong></em>.<br><br>
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That is why <em><strong>Buddhist temples are considered to be the most important and well-known symbol of Thailand.</strong></em>
All over Phuket you will find <em><strong>29 </strong></em>of them, of which <em><strong>Wat Chalong is the largest one. </strong></em><br>
During the trip to this place I took many pictures because I found something that amazed me at every step! I am curious whether these views will also astonish you. <br>
See for yourself and let me know about it in comments!<br><br>
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The whole complex consists of several temples and a beautiful courtyard with well-kept gardens.<br>
The place was built in honor of Buddhist monks who had treated here the local people in the past. That is why these temples have been named <em><strong>places of miracles and healings.</strong></em><br>
Check out how the temples look inside! <br><br>
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<p>A <em><strong>holy relic, a fragment of the Buddha's bone</strong></em>, is also kept here. <br>
You can see it on the very top of the main temple, in a glass capsule surrounded by numerous valuables and gifts that pilgrims offer here.
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<p>Remember to remove your shoes and properly cover your body when you enter the temples.<br>
Entrance to the buildings is free, but in many places you can make a voluntary donation, which will be used for the upkeep of the complex.
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There are also many lazily lying cats around the place. Both the locals and the Monks take care of them by feeding them and respecting their space. </p>
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<p>There is also an enclosed "kiln" where tourists can fire noisy petards, which are sold for the benefit of nearby stands. :)<br>
Their noise is supposed to scare off evil spirits. To be honest, I think that this is a clever way of getting extra money to maintain this large object.
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<p>If you have the opportunity, take a look here also after dark.<br>
Although some temples may already be closed, they are still surrounded by a <em><strong>relaxed atmosphere</strong></em>, which you can enjoy without the participation of noisy visitors. <br><br>
The buildings are beautifully illuminated so it will be not only a celebration for your soul but also for the eyes. <br>
Just see it for yourselves!
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<p>I'm curious if that's how you imagined Buddhist temples? <br>
Or have you already seen a few of them? If so, let me know if Wat Chalong is similar to them?<br> I look forward for your comments!
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