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The National Museum Talang is the best way to continue the learning of local folks traditions and customs. Its showcases present household items used by local folks a great collection of weapon and archeological finds and treasures. A big part of the exhibition is devoted to the Burmese war. The monument “Two heroines” locted opposite to the museum commemorates this historical event. According to one of the theories the revolt against aggressors was leaded by two local women.
The island locates several religious landmarks as well. A lot of interesting legends are known about the Wat Phra Thong temple. The main decoration of the temple is a gold Buddha statue which was by one of the legends discovered by a young local shepherd. The boy used to rest at the place and tie his bull to the peg. Later on the locals found out that the peg was a part of the statue and the temple was built around the sacred finding.
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