Phimai National Museum Reopens with Revamped Exhibits

via Thai PBS, 18 July 2024: The Phimai National Museum in Nakhon Ratchasima province has reopened with modernized exhibits showcasing Phimai’s rich cultural history. Visitors can explore artifacts from the eleventh-century Prasat Phimai and learn about the region’s archaeological and historical significance through engaging displays and narratives.

Prasat Phimai dates back to the late 11th to early 12th century during the reign of King Jayavarman VI and later King Jayavarman VII, the powerful rulers of the Khmer Empire.

It was constructed as a Buddhist temple dedicated to Mahayana Buddhism, contrasting with many other Khmer temples, which were primarily Hindu.

In the Religion in Phimai City room, the exhibition focuses on Prasat Phimai and numerous Buddhist artefacts that underscore the region’s religious significance.

Visitors will also discover evidence of Hinduism’s coexistence alongside Buddhism, offering a rich tapestry of Phimai’s spiritual landscape.

In the next room, Phimai During the Era of King Jayavarman VII, visitors are invited to take a close look at the ancient Khmer Empire’s influence on Phimai.

Source: A journey through the ancient past