3. Goddess Lakshmi Statue

Coined as the Goddess of Wealth, the Goddess Lakshmi Statue is located on the 4th floor at Gaysorn. Believed to be the loving wife of Lord Narayana, another name for Vishnu, her statue symbolizes richness in all areas of life.

Making Offerings
To make offerings to Goddess Lakshmi :

• Offer coins and other icons of wealth
• Lotus blossoms
• Sugarcane or fresh sugarcane juice

   4. Ganesh Shrine

A statue of the elephant god Ganesh sits in front of Isetan shopping center.  Once the son of Pra-Siwah, the king of all gods, Ganesh took the human form with a human head.  After a dispute with his father, he was beheaded. In great desperation, his heart-broken mother begged for his resurrection.  With great guilt for his actions, Pra-Siwah cut the head of an elephant and brought Ganesh back to life.

Known for his fondness of the fine arts and as an inspiration for creativity, this well revered god promotes success and protection from harm to faithful visitors.

• Fresh Marigold garlands
• Bananas
• Sugarcane or fresh sugarcane juice

   5. Narayana Statue

Known to all as the God of Mercy, Lord Narayana is mounted on his celestial vehicle Garuda in front of the InterContinental Hotel.  He was placed there to help protect over business enterprises and the well-being of all.  His almighty display of power deflects evil spirits that may threaten the area.

Making Offerings
To make offerings to Lord Narayana :

• Lord Narayana particularly takes a liking to all yellow items…
• Fresh Marigold garlands
• Thai desserts (tong-yip, tong-yord etc.)
• Thai textiles

   6. Indra Shrine

This beautiful dark-jade colored god of rain stands majestically in front of the Amarin
Plaza.  Legendary tales often mention the great adventures that he and his counterpart,
Lord Brahma, encounter.  Lord Indra, also known as the almighty protector of the
Buddhist religion and the caretaker of all goodness in the universe, is fond of sacred
elephants as Lord Erawan, god of Elephants, was his celestial vehicle.

Making Offerings
To make offerings to Lord Indra :

• Small elephant figurines
• Fresh Marigold garlands