Department of Fine Arts visits the area to check the site of the collapse of the Buddha image in Wat Sri Suphan Found a core in the relics, an ancient archaeological site covered over. and ask for time to inspect before proceeding with the major renovations in history.
This morning (30 Sept. 65) reported the news that Progress in the case of Phra That, about 522 years old, inside Wat Sri Suphan, Hai Ya Subdistrict, Mueang Chiang Mai District The collapse collapsed yesterday evening. until less than half left causing panic to the novices in the event Recently, this morning, archaeologists from the Fine Arts Office 7 Chiang Mai went to the area to check the damage. while the temple blocked the area It is forbidden for any unrelated persons to enter to prevent potential dangers, and today the Wat Si Suphan Municipality School within the temple has closed for the second day.
Therdsak Yenjura, Director of the Ancient Site Conservation Group The Fine Arts Office 7 Chiang Mai said earlier that cracks were found that were considered a danger signal. Officials from the Fine Arts Department at Yes, I inspected it and declared it a dangerous area. And the temple has blocked the area and ordered the closure of schools. But before the restoration was done, it had already collapsed.
The damage caused by inspection revealed that the inner core of the relics is the original ancient site. The construction is plastered with cement to strengthen its stability. It is like adding weight to the original ancient site. without reinforcing the structure In addition, in the area there is concrete pouring around. The underground moisture cannot evaporate. and evaporate into the relics There is also a gold paint over the whole pagoda. Becomes a coating to prevent moisture from evaporating. Then when there is a crack, rainwater gradually seeps into the moisture inside until it can’t hold the weight in the end.
for the original archaeological site that was covered It was found that the masking and extension had been made many times and for a very long time. If it hadn’t collapsed, it wouldn’t have known that the inner core was an ancient site. Preliminary inspection is expected before masking. The original archaeological site is quite complete. After this, there will be an archaeological investigation that is very ancient. After this, the scrap collection area will be opened and given to archaeologists. Come in and see what era the original location of the ancient site is in. The part will be restored to the original or new style depending on the temple to consider.
In the case of heavy rain and the archaeological site has collapsed and continued to collapse Both the White Elephant Gate and the Si Suphan Temple Chedi this time Accept that the Chiang Mai area has many ancient sites that have not been restored. Currently, the Silpakorn has conducted an inspection. including receiving some notifications from the network in which the prevention or surveillance has been tried to publicize Both the old city walls where people live, such as the Hai Ya Gate, Wiang Suan Dok, and earth walls. Soils that hold water become saturated and soil slides may occur. Including the big trees on the city walls may fall. and damage to people’s houses that are planted close to the ancient sites This part must be coordinated because some areas of land ownership belong to the Treasury Department.
While on the side, Mr. Vorayan Boonrat, Deputy Governor of Chiang Mai, revealed that it is fortunate that there has been some preparation in advance. After it was said that the pagoda was ruptured and was at risk of collapse. with good precautions and precautions causing this incident to not cause any damage to both people and property As for further action, it is a matter of hearing from the Fine Arts Department to inspect the damage and details. complete first As for the measures to be taken, how will it proceed? Must rely on relevant networks and Chiang Mai brothers and sisters. together to find a way to restore it again
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