2006 Photograph, Wat Phra Kaew, Mythical Creatures, Kinaree on Upper Terrace near Prasart Phra Debidorn, Grand Palace, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok, Thailand, © 2020.
ภาพถ่าย ๒๕๔๙ วัดพระแก้ว ภูตผีปีศาจ อสุรกาย และสัตว์ประหลาด กินรี พระบรมมหาราชวัง พระนคร กรุงเทพฯ ประเทศไทย
The Kinaree (กินรี) also spelled Kinari or
Ginnaree, is a mythological
creature, half human, half-bird which inhabits the mythical Himapan Forest
described in the epic story by that name. The human part may also be in the guise of
a demon. The Kinaree and her male counterpart the Kinara (กินรา) or Kinnon are beautiful
celestial beings much loved in Thailand and Burma. They are often called
"celestial musicians," depicted with instruments which they play to spread
goodness in the world. The most popular type has bird's wings and legs. Love
and fidelity are also among the virtues attributed to these spirits. |
