be built in the from of a big sanctuary (Maha Wihan) to cover the image in lieu of the former Mondop. During the second fall of Ayutthaya, the building and the image were badly destroyed by fire, the one currently seen was renovated but does not have as beautiful craftsmanship as the previous ones. The open area east of the Sanctuary (Wigan) was formerly Sanam Luang, where the royal cremation ceremonies took place (This practice is now held at Sanam Luang. The Phramain Ground of Bangkok)