Giant Swing, a landmark in the middle of the city

"Giant Swing" is a symbol of Bangkok for over 200 years. It is located in the heart of the city, known as "the navel of the city". It is a large red wooden pole, set on a large stone pedestal. In the past, it was built for use in the swing ceremony in the Triyampawai ceremony of the Brahman-Hindu religion. Today, only the vermilion pole remains. Giant Swing is considered a landmark of the old city of Phra Nakhon. It stands tall on the island in the middle of the road, which is like a small roundabout between the city hall, Bangkok and Wat Suthat. In fact, it is a giant swing. Its English name is Giant Swing, along with the nearby Brahman temple near the island next to Wat Suthat. The Fine Arts Department announced the registration of the Giant Swing as an important national historical site on November 22, 1949, since it was first built in 1784. Giant Swing 📍https://maps.app.goo.gl/22nWT2qruQaLUg6u9 #Waiting for the day to depart #Mr. Traveler #Waiting for the day to depart