2023
DOI: 10.3390/heritage6040193
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Vernacular Sacred Architectural Heritage Assessment: The Case of Wat Chedi, Southern Thailand

Abstract: Thailand’s vernacular and religious architecture is rich and unique. Wat Chedi, a temple in the southern part of the country, is visited by thousands of Buddhists and tourists every month. Despite of its national importance, Wat Chedi is not considered as a historical site and therefore, the site is undervalued. This study aims to assess the value of Wat Chedi’s architectural design and features by proposing a novel point-based criteria based on aesthetic, scientific, educational, and social values. The novel … Show more

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“…It is frequently connected with turning into a spiritual tourist attraction. As the community and the age has changed, there are physical and cultural changes as well (Srimuang et al, 2023), demonstrating that Thai culture continues to be influenced by and hold beliefs in sacred powers and rites. Despite the fact that there has been advancement in many domains, information will change with the times.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…It is frequently connected with turning into a spiritual tourist attraction. As the community and the age has changed, there are physical and cultural changes as well (Srimuang et al, 2023), demonstrating that Thai culture continues to be influenced by and hold beliefs in sacred powers and rites. Despite the fact that there has been advancement in many domains, information will change with the times.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%