Fine Arts Department archaeologists who came to the town to examine the items say some are probably 2,000 years old. The pieces found include Buddha plaques and statues, and ceramic jars and bowls.
Late last month, the archaeologists extended the search area at the temple and found even more buried treasures. As well as more household utensils and religious objets d'art, the searchers unearthed a wall said to be at least 200 years old.
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Khon Kaen to build museum to house ancient religious artefacts
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Authorities in the Thai city of Khon Kaen have announced they will build a museum to house collections of religious artefacts unearthed recently. Local residents dug up the pieces at Chom Sri Temple.