The Giant Swing
This interesting 27-meter tall religous structure located in front of Wat Suthat, was formerly used in an old Brahmin ceremony after is construction in 1784. The ceremony of Tri-yampawai or the Swing Ceremony was one of 12 royal ceremonies held in each of the months of the Thai lunar calendar in the Sukhothai kingdom. The Swing Ceremony is a re-enactment of an ancient Hindu epic, with the pillars of the Giant Swing representing the mountains, and the circular base representing the earth and the seas. Arguably Thailand's first foray into extreme sports, it is said spirits of those who died on the swing still haunt the area. The swing has been rebuilt many times over the ears, and the latest was presided over by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej in September 2007, While you cannot swing on it anymore, the Giant Swing is free to visit and open to the general public.The Giant Swing
Hindu Sao Chingcha Square near the intersection
of Bamrung Muang Road and Ti Thong Road
Tel: +66(0)2222 0280
Open daily from 09:00 AM to 09:00 PM
