Cetiya

Cetiyas are a kind of religious monument found in parts of Asia, including Thailand and Myanmar. They are usually built to honor a particular person or deity, and they can also be used to mark an important historical event. They usually take the form of a stupa (a large dome-like structure) with pillars, and can be made out of brick, stone, gold, or other materials. They usually have a Buddha statue inside, and there are often decorations and inscriptions around the outside, like religious symbols and messages. People will often make offerings and pray at cetiyas, in order to gain spiritual blessings.