The Amazing Manora Dance of Thailand มโนราห์
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Published 2024-05-12
It tells the story of Prince Suthon and his lover, Manohra, a half-woman, half-bird. According to legend, Manohra was captured and presented to the prince as a wife. With her beauty and intelligence, she quickly became highly favored in the kingdom.
Later, when the prince was away at war, Manohra was accused by a jealous court counselor of bringing bad luck to the kingdom. He also threatened her with death. She then puts on her wings and tails back and performs a farewell dance, fleeing back to her home.
Manohra left behind a ring and the directions to reach her home in the deep jungle so that Prince Sudhana can follow her. After a seven-year journey, the prince finally meets Manohra’s father, asking the prince to prove his sincerity with various tests. After the prince succeeded, her father consented to their marriage, and the couple returned to the prince’s kingdom.
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