Wat
A
Wat is a
Cambodian,
Lao or
Thai Hindu or
Buddhist temple.
Wats have a distinct
architectural tradition. Sites of famous historical wats include:
A more modern example of a wat is
Wat Phra Kaew in
Bangkok.
A typical Buddhist Wat consists of the following buildings\n*
Chedi - usually conical or bell-shaped buildings, often containing relics of Buddha\n* Viharn - A meeting and prayer room\n* Mondhop - the library\n* Sala - A pavillion for spending the time\n* Bot - The most holy prayer room. It is similar with a Viharn, the main difference are the eight cornerstones placed around the Bot, which protect against the evil. Also usually the Bot is more decorated than the Viharn.
Separated from the sacred buildings are the living quartes of the monks.
Category:Buddhist temples Category:Hindu temples
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