Ramakien Bas Reliefs at Wat Chetuphon [Photo gallery]

These images depict Bas Reliefs in Wat Chetuphon/Chetubon (Wat Jetuvana) which are related to the Ramakien鈥擳hailand's national epic representing the Siamese / Thai version of the Ramayana. In the form of bas reliefs the Ramakien is found in Wat Phra Chetubon (Jetuvana), the Funerary Temple of the Thai Royal House. The story is depicted in 152 marble reliefs some of which are clearer than others. As of them as are clearer and in a cluster depict a particular episode are reproduced here to give an idea to the reader as to what kind of artwork they represent. Their uniqueness in the art form of bas reliefs with the enormity of numbers cannot but leave a lasting impression on the beholders. The bas reliefs are found in Prasat Hin Pimai and Prasat Ponom Rung as well but they are just a few and stand nowhere before these reliefs