An Analysis of the Body of Knowledge Pertaining to Temples and Lanna Viharas in Mueang District, Chiang Mai Province
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This research analyzed the body of knowledge related to temples and Lanna Viharas (large halls in Thai temples) in Mueang District in Chiang Mai Province. This study adopted a qualitative approach, incorporating an examination of documentary data and conducting semi-structured interviews. The research tools were a content analysis form, a semi-structured interview form, and non-participant observation. The researcher examined information gleaned from documents and relevant research studies. The population under study comprised temples in Mueang District, Chiang Mai Province, with twenty-four temples and Viharas purposively selected for the research.
The research findings revealed that the analysis of temple knowledge in Mueang District, Chiang Mai Province revealed insights into four issues, illustrated concepts of temple construction, temple layouts, the historical background and reconstruction of temples, and the current state and utilization of areas within the temple. Furthermore, the analysis of knowledge related to the Lanna Viharas in the temples in Mueang District, Chiang Mai Province revealed insights into seven issues, the types of temples, shapes of Viharas, materials used and construction techniques, schools of craftsman and their skills, dating of age and temple styles, architectural styles, and features of the Viharas’ arts and decoration. This research has contributed metadata attributes through the analysis of the body of knowledge related to the temples and Lanna Viharas in Mueang District, Chiang Mai Province. These attributes can be further developed into a complete metadata schema.
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