Photography by Dan White.
The first illustrated title to cover the key temples in all of the kingdom's regions.
* Introduction to the temple archetype and its role in the country's history
* Visual glossary to the parts of a wat (temple)
* Profiles 40 of the most important and significant temples located across Thailand
* Specially commissioned full-colour photographs
* Includes background on the historical significance of places featured.
* Author widely regarded as one of the experts in Thai-interest titles
The Buddhist Temples of Thailand explores the Buddhist temple's historical position in Thai culture and the dynamic role it continues to play in everyday life. The kingdom's best-known sites and rare gems, such as Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok and Wat Phumin in Nan, are brought to life through expert text and more than 200 commissioned photographs.
