Wat Mahathat Worawihan, Phetchaburi
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The royal temple at the heart of Phetchaburi's old town, with five white Khmer-style stupas and fine stucco sculpture as its landmarks.
Wat Mahathat Worawihan is the most important royal temple in the old town of Phetchaburi. Its five white Khmer-style prangs, with the main one about 55 meters tall, can be seen from afar and serve as the town's landmark. The eaves and gables of the main hall are decorated with Phetchaburi-style stucco reliefs with delicate lines, regarded as a representative example of traditional Thai stucco craft. The cloisters house numerous Buddha images. Admission is free, but visitors must remove their shoes and dress modestly. It can be combined with Khao Wang and Tham Khao Luang for a one-day Phetchaburi tour.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Wat Yai Suwannaram
- Wat Kamphaeng Laeng
- Phra Nakhon Khiri Historical Park (Khao Wang)
- Wat Maha Samanaram
- Phra Ram Ratchaniwet (Ban Puen Palace)
- Wat Khao Bandai It
- Tham Khao Luang
- Wat Ko Kaeo Suttharam