Saha Chat monument, Military monument in Phra Nakhon district, Bangkok, Thailand.
Saha Chat monument is a structure featuring a black pig statue mounted on a large plinth positioned along a main road in downtown Bangkok. The figure sits elevated on a protected platform beneath a red and yellow sunshade that shields it from the elements.
Artist Narisara Nuwattiwong created the monument in 1913 as a tribute for the 50th birthday of Queen Sri Phatcharinthra. The queen was born in the Year of the Pig, establishing the astrological connection that defines the site.
The monument displays a black pig figure that speaks to people born in the Year of the Pig according to the traditional Thai calendar. Visitors observe a symbol that carries personal meaning for many locals and reflects their connection to astrological tradition.
The monument sits on a busy street in the city center that is easily reached by public transportation. It remains open and accessible at any time, making it simple to visit without navigating through heavy crowds.
Local residents regularly place offerings at the base of the monument, including small pig figurines and gold leaves. This practice transforms the site into a place where devotion intertwines with public art.
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