Church

Wat Mahathat Yuwaratrangsarit

Area
Bangkok, Thailand
Districts
Old Town
Mon
08:00–18:00
Tue
08:00–18:00
Wed
08:00–18:00
Thu
08:00–18:00
Fri
08:00–18:00
Sat
08:00–18:00
Sun
08:00–18:00
Price
THB 0; donations are welcome.
How to visit
Wear clothing that covers the shoulders and knees. Remove shoes before entering temple buildings; keep quiet and do not obstruct worshippers when taking photos.
Hours
Free entry
Hours
About 60 min
Wat Mahathat Yuwaratrangsarit

Why it is worth the detour

A first-class royal Buddhist temple with a Vipassana Meditation center.

Wat Mahathat Yuwaratrangsarit is a historic Buddhist temple in Bangkok, known for its royal status and Vipassana Meditation center. It also houses Thailand's oldest university for Buddhist monks.

What else is close by

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  • 350 m

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  • 550 m

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  • 550 m

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  • 550 m

    Bangkok City Pillar Shrine

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