Background and History of Wat Po Thai Massage
Wat Po is popularly known as the Temple of The Reclining Buddha. This temple is regarded as being Thailand's first university - the first institution to provide education to the public. This temple contains marble inscriptions and yogi statues depicting the ancient practice of Thai Massage.
In Thailand, traditional Thai massage is actually known as a medicinal massage. It has been practiced for centuries. For the past 2,500 years, Thai massage has been handed down from master to student. Today, some of the most well-known massage treatments taught and performed in Thailand are Wat Po Thai massage, oil massage and foot massage.
WAT PO THAI TRADITIONAL MEDICAL SCHOOL
This week, I welcome my guest, Serat Tangtrongchit, Deputy Manager of the WAT PO THAI TRADITIONAL MEDICAL SCHOOL in THAILAND. This interview has been edited by Sylvia Carlson.
