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Wat

A Wat is a Cambodian, Lao or Thai Hindu or Buddhist temple.

Wats have a distinct architectural tradition. Sites of famous historical wats include:

• Angkor, Cambodia.
• Ayutthaya historical park, Thailand.
• Sukhothai historical park, Thailand.

A more modern example of a wat is Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok.

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