The unveiling of this statue in Thailand is a significant step in the dissemination of Buddhist heritage and spiritual values of Mongolia. It highlights the importance of cultural exchange between countries, reports MiddleAsianNews.
The statue, standing 16 meters tall and weighing about 30 tons, was made from special materials to ensure its durability in adverse weather conditions.
This landmark event marks the first instance of Mongolia erecting a large statue of Buddha in another Buddhist country.
The statue was consecrated by Agamba Baasanjam from the Gandantegchenling Monastery and Unzad Bazargur from the Gungaachoylin Datsan.
According to the Mongolian Embassy in Thailand, the statue was created based on a similar statue of Migjid-Janraisig (Avalokiteshvara) from the Gandantegchenling Monastery, and its construction lasted several months with the participation of the Thai people.
The creators of the statue are confident that it will contribute to the spread of Buddhist teachings and principles of compassion, strengthening cultural and religious ties between Mongolia and Thailand. This will also be an important contribution to the development of religious tourism in the region.
