The Vault

Murti ~ 🗿 The word “murti” in Sanskrit means form, embodiment, or object. In a religious context, it refers to a concrete representation of a deity. . . #statue #murti #statuecollection #bali #ancient #photo #photography #vault #collection

Rethymno ~ 🧿🇬🇷 Rethymno (also Rethymnon; Greek: Ρέθυμνο [ˈreθimno]) is a city in Greece on the island of Crete. The town still maintains its old aristocratic appearance, with its buildings dating from the 16th century, arched doorways, stone staircases, Byzantine remains, the small Venetian harbour and narrow streets.

Pura Besakih ~ 🕉️ Rising majestically on the western slopes of Mount Agung, and referred to as the Mother Temple of Hindu Bali, is Pura Besakih Facing Mt. Agung’s highest peak, believed to be the abode of the gods, and located at an altitude of 900 meters, Pura Besakih is built in the village of Besakih This grand temple complex has been revered as a holy place since ancient times. The first recorded mention of its existence comes from an inscription dating back to 1007 AD. It is known that since the 15th century Besakih was regarded as the central temple of Hinduism in Bali. . . #bali #hindu #temple #hindutemple #travel #balidaily #photography #vault #hindumythology #purabesakih #agung #templevisit #templephotography #besakihtemple #mothertemple #mothertempleofbali

Bali’s nature ~ 🎋 The island’s tropical climate, with its high humidity and strong wet-dry seasons, is a force in itself. It nourishes thick forests and fast-growing vegetation, but it also wears things down. Temples, homes, and roads must constantly be maintained. In Bali, nature gives and nature reclaims. . #bali #baliisland #photobook #nature #naturephotos #balitravel #picturebook #naturephotograpy #photos

Muang Boran / Ancient City Bangkok ~ 🏯 1: The Footprint of the Lord Buddha 2: Phra Tat Mondop 3: The Great Hall of Vajradhamma 4: Pavilion of the Enlightened 5: Inside Temple 6: Sanphet Prasat Palace 7: Dvaravati Wihan Ancient Siam is dubbed as the world’s largest outdoor museum, although it is smaller than Inhotim in Brazil, for example. Close to the Crocodile Farm in Samut Prakan Province, the 320-hectare “city” features 116 structures of Thailand’s famous monuments and architectural attractions. The grounds of Ancient Siam correspond roughly to the shape of the kingdom, with the monuments lying at their correct places geographically. Some of the buildings are life-size replicas of existing or former sites, while others are scaled down. Still others are “creative designs,” and not replicas of any historical structure.

Phra Nang Beach / Chicken Island ~ 🌊 Phra Nang Cave Beach, located in Krabi, Thailand, is a popular tourist destination known for its stunning natural beauty and the legend surrounding the cave. The beach is accessible by sea, surrounded by limestone cliffs, and features white sand and clear waters. The cave is dedicated to a princess goddess named Phra Nang, with local fishermen and boatmen leaving offerings to ensure safe travels

Ayutthaya ~ 🇹🇭 Ayutthaya was the second capital of the Siamese Kingdom, existing from 1351 to 1767. It was a major trading hub and cosmopolitan center, located on an island formed by the confluence of rivers. The city was destroyed by the Burmese in 1767, leaving behind ruins that are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site #ayutthaya #thailand #capital #unescoworldheritage #history #ayutthayahistoricalpark #ayutthayaruins #ruins #photography #thailandtravel #siamesekingdom