From my skewed architectural and historical perspective, Wat Chedi Jed Yot is one of the most interesting temples that we visited. It was built by King Tilokarat in 1453 and was host to eighth World Buddhist Council in 1477. The term Jed Yot, (Jet Yot - with a "t" depending on what you are reading), means "seven peaks", referring to the seven spires of the main structure. This design is unique in Thailand because it was inspired by a temple in Buddhagaya, India. Few tourists actually make it out here. The solitude, pastoral setting and slow decay of the structures add to the temple's charm.
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The temple consists of a main structure topped with seven chedi. The grounds are dotted with three other chedi as well. The largest of these (below, left) is supposed to house the remains of the king who built the temple. At the time of our visit, bright yellow and orange cloth draped most of the structures. None of the photos I've seen of the temple show these, so I can only assume they were placed there for some type of event , holiday or celebration. So far I have been unable to find out.
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Above left: The "modern" Wiharn (Ordination Hall). A portrait of the Thai king is visible just in front. Above right: A beautiful sculpture on the temple grounds, also draped in cloth. You see a lot of bells at some temples, Jed Yot had a row of gongs instead. |
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