Found a Sema leaf from the Dvaravati period in Khu Mueang District. It is believed to be an ancient community.

Buriram, More than 80 Dvaravati Sema leaves were found scattered in the area of ??2 villages, Khu Mueang District, Buriram Province, along with pieces of pottery. It is believed to be an ancient community that is thousands of years old. Villagers light incense sticks and candles to pay respects. Bring water from the excavated hole to worship and apply to the body, believing it to be a sacred area. Archaeological group staff Fine Arts Office No. 10, Nakhon Ratchasima, excavated and studied the Non Samrong archaeological site, Ban Pakiab, Pakiab Subdistrict, Khu Mueang District, Buriram Province, in the project to study and determine the age of archaeological sites. Types of Sema leaves in Dvaravati culture This excavation found a Sema leaf from the Dvaravati period in perfect condition. And still in the same position, 8 pieces were not moved, and pieces of pottery used for life were found. Including equipment used in rituals and beliefs of ancient people. From the evidence found, it is assumed that it is an a ncient community that dates back to around the 12th-16th Buddhist centuries. And from the information it was found that in Pakhiab Village, Village No. 1 and Ban Lak Muang, Village No. 16, Pakhiab Subdistrict, there was a search. Found around 80 - 90 ancient Sema leaves scattered in various places, the most ever discovered. But some parts have been moved to temples, town halls, but there is still this Non Samrong area where the Sema leaves are still in their original position and have not been moved. The Fine Arts Office No. 10 therefore carried out this excavation project. To study and determine the age of this Non Samrong archaeological site. The officials collected soil samples and some of the excavated pottery to examine for scientific value. To determine the age of the archaeological site more clearly. The rest was kept in the same place and the hole was closed. By having the community work together to care for and conserve Villagers who heard the news came to light incense sticks and candles to pay res pects and ask for good fortune. and bring a container of water from the hole that was dug to bring to worship and apply on the body Because it is believed to be a sacred place From the past, I didn't dare come into this area at all. Because a child once came in and took a wasp's nest and urinated until it was as if someone hit his head so hard that he fell. Therefore it is believed that there is something sacred in this place. Source: Thai News Agency