Wat Mahathat
Wat Mahathat, also know as Temple of the Great Relive
is located on Na Phrathat Road between Silpakorn University and Thammasat
University. The back of the temple faces the Pramane Ground, or Sanam Luang. Wat
Mahathat was built during the reign of King Rama I. The temple houses Mahachulalongkorn Buddhist
University, one of the two highest seats of Buddhist learning in Thailand and also offers meditation classes for foreigners.
Those interested in Buddhist meditation should visit Section 5, which is the
head-quarters of Wipassana (insight) meditation in Thailand. Information and
practice in English can usually be arranged according to the availability of
suitable monks. On Buddhist holy days there is a thriving
open air market in the grounds and a comprehensive selection of traditional Thai
medicines usually in plant or root form for sale.
The temple complex is open daily from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Telephone - 2226011, 2228,004
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