The Kinnari, in Thai literature originates from India, but was modified to fit in with the Thai way of thinking. The Thai Kinnari is depicted as a young woman wearing an angel-like costume. The lower part of the body is similar to a bird, and should enable her to fly between the human and the mystical worlds.
The most famous Kinnari in Thailand is the figure known as Manora ,
The story inspired a dance called Manorah, which is one of the most esoteric among the high classical dances of Thailand, as well as the "Norah" dance of southern Thailand.