Transformers transform Thai temple

Thai children having fun with Transformer statues at Wat Takien temple in Nonthaburi province, Thailand, last Saturday. A Buddhist abbot decorated the temple with the statues, made from scrap metal, to inspire and attract children, young people and t
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Thai children having fun with Transformer statues at Wat Takien temple in Nonthaburi province, Thailand, last Saturday. A Buddhist abbot decorated the temple with the statues, made from scrap metal, to inspire and attract children, young people and their families to visit the temple and learn about Buddhist teachings as well as strengthen family bonds. The statues were purchased with donation money.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on April 05, 2017, with the headline Transformers transform Thai temple. Subscribe