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30-NOV-2009 Moonoi

Execution Stone at Wat Pathumkhongkha

Sampanthawong District, Bangkok

Behind the temple is the Thaen Hin Praharn Kabot, or Execution Stone. This was where royals were executed. For example, King Rama III ordered the execution of Krommaluang Rak Ronnaret here for his attempted rebellion. And just how were Royals executed? Since their royal blood must not touch the floor, they were put in red velvet sacks and beaten to death with the use of a fragrant sandalwood club.

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