338 years of Wat Mahathat Yuwaratrangsarit

#Bangkok attractions The 338th anniversary celebration of Wat Mahathat Yuwarat Rangsarit will be held from December 27, 2023 - January 2, 2024. Various antiques will be on display, such as the royal sword of Somdet Phra Bowonratchao Maha Sura Singhanat, the younger brother of King Rama I, the ancient altar arrangement, and a discussion on Buddhism and Wat Mahathat. After the event, people can still come to pay their respects as usual. The chapels and sanctuaries are open for worship from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Must-sees when visiting Wat Mahathat Yuwarat Rangsarit include the Red Building, the statue of Somdet Phra Bowonratchao Maha Sura Singhanat, the Bodhi tree (a branch from Sri Lanka), Luang Pho Phra Si Sanphet, the principal Buddha image in the ordination hall, the prangs surrounding the ordination hall, the royal relics, and paying homage to Somdet Heng. #TravelThailand #Visittemples #Oldtemples