ถ้ำสิน

Tham Sin - T̄ĥả S̄in


Useful Information

Location: Na Tham, Na Tham Subdistrict, Mueang Yala District, Yala Province, 95000.
5 km west of Yala on 409 Yala to Yaha road, turn left to Wat Khuhapimuk and again left after 500 m. From the Wat Khuhapimuk monastery follow road along the river, turn left across bridge and follow road at the foot of the karst tower. On the left side at the 90 degree bend to the right.
(6.521932, 101.233231)
Open: no restrictions.
[2021]
Fee: free.
[2021]
Classification: SpeleologyKarst cave
Light: bring torch
Dimension:  
Guided tours: self guided
Photography: allowed
Accessibility: no
Bibliography:  
Address: Tham Sin, Na Tham, Mueang Yala District, Yala 95000.
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History

14th century murals created.

Description

ถ้ำสิน (Tham Sin) is signposted โบราณสถานถ้ำศิลป (ancient cave art). There are two large, brown educational signs which explain the archaeological importance of the site, and a staircase leading to the cave entrance. The small cave is 28 m high above the surrounding fields. It contains ancient murals of different postures of the Lord Buddha and a painting of three women standing together. The mural was dated to the late Srivijaya Period, between the 14th and 15th century. The cave is very easy to visit and has a level floor, but a good lamp is necessary if you want to see the murals. The cave is gated, the principal of nearby Ban Bunnangluwa School keeps the key.