Surat Thani City Pillar

Surat Thani City Pillar Shrine (ศาสหลีกเมือง) (Srivijaya-style) Located in the centre of the city.A Lak Mueang or 'City Pillar Shrine' is a public shrine, usually in the shape of a pillar, which represents the tutelary diety of each province of Thailand. The pillar is housed in a structure, which often reflects the historical background of the province. Each Shrine has great religious, social, and political importance, and are held in high regard by the local inhabitants. Most Thai provinces have an official Shrine, and some districts within a province have their own, smaller shrine.

The Shrine of the province of Surat Thani is of recent origin, and is well designed and crafted. It covers a large area, and is situated on the north west edge of the town, near several government buildings, in a open green space, along the main road. This area was formerly government offices, but these were destroyed approximately c. 1990 by communist insurgents.

Inside the Shrine are a number of artifacts: a Buddha image, a ceremonial gong, and inscriptions. Very easy to find, the most prominent landmark in the city.

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Source https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surat_Thani_Province