Thailand is located at the meeting point of the two great cultural systems of Asia - Chinese and India. In everyday life, Chinese culture has mixed very well with the Thai, whereas in Thai court culture, which has been based mainly on Buddhism and Brahmanism, India has exerted a strong influence.

Thai painting is mostly confined to mural painting inside Buddhist temples and palaces. They are idealistic and the themes frequently depicted are those related to Buddhism, such as the Buddha's life stories, stories of the three worlds (heaven, earth and hell), and also those concerning customs and traditions. The subjects of the paintings reflect different purposes; to beautify and dignify the places of worship, to promote Buddhism, and to educate people through pictures.

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