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Sanctuary of Truth

Short answer: The Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya, Thailand, is a carved wooden structure about 105 meters tall, built with wooden joinery rather than metal nails. Thai businessman Lek Viriyaphant began it in 1981, and carving and restoration continue; the Reel puts completion around 2050.

Its design mixes Thai, Khmer, Chinese and Indian styles with Hindu and Buddhist imagery. The footage shows the sanctuary and its carvings.

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  1. Pattaya, Thailand.

    DD-379-F01 · Write-up · Exhibit A (Location)

  2. About 105 m.

    DD-379-F02 · Write-up · Exhibit B (Height)

Video transcript: Sanctuary of Truth: A 105-Meter Wooden Sanctuary in Pattaya Has Been Under Construction Since 1981

Did you know, The Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya, Thailand is a towering wooden structure built entirely without nails, standing at 105 meters and adorned with intricate carvings that reflect Hindu and Buddhist themes. Initiated in 1981 by Thai businessman, Lek Viriyaphant, The Sanctuary remains an ongoing project with anticipated completion around 2050. Its design combines elements of Thai, Khmer, Chinese and Indian architecture, representing an ancient worldview and Eastern philosophy. NOW YOU KNOW!

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A 105-meter wooden sanctuary in Pattaya has been under construction since 1981. Its carvings draw on Hindu and Buddhist themes.

  1. Exhibit A

    Location

    Pattaya, Thailand.

  2. Exhibit B

    Height

    About 105 m.

  3. Exhibit C

    Started

    1981.

  4. Exhibit D

    Founder

    Lek Viriyaphant.

  5. Exhibit E

    Joinery

    Wood, no metal nails.

Questions people ask about Sanctuary of Truth

Where is it?

Coastal city.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Location) · Wikipedia: Sanctuary of Truth

When was it begun?

Ongoing.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Height) · Wikipedia: Sanctuary of Truth

What is it made of?

Carved.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Started) · Wikipedia: Sanctuary of Truth

Who began it?

Businessman.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Founder) · Wikipedia: Sanctuary of Truth

About how tall?

Towering.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Joinery) · Wikipedia: Sanctuary of Truth

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  1. Where is it?

    1. Pattaya, Thailand
    2. Bangkok
    3. Angkor
    4. Bali
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    Answer: A. Pattaya, Thailand Coastal city. Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Location) · Wikipedia: Sanctuary of Truth

  2. When was it begun?

    1. 1981
    2. 1781
    3. 2001
    4. 1945
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    Answer: A. 1981 Ongoing. Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Height) · Wikipedia: Sanctuary of Truth

  3. What is it made of?

    1. Wood
    2. Steel
    3. Concrete
    4. Glass
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    Answer: A. Wood Carved. Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Started) · Wikipedia: Sanctuary of Truth

  4. Who began it?

    1. Lek Viriyaphant
    2. Rama V
    3. A monk
    4. A king
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    Answer: A. Lek Viriyaphant Businessman. Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Founder) · Wikipedia: Sanctuary of Truth

  5. About how tall?

    1. 105 m
    2. 10 m
    3. 500 m
    4. 30 m
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    Answer: A. 105 m Towering. Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Joinery) · Wikipedia: Sanctuary of Truth

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Easterling, Marcus. "Sanctuary of Truth." The Detail Department (DetailEnjoyer), case file DD-379, last updated Nov 19, 2024. https://detailenjoyer.com/case/sanctuary-of-truth/

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