Temple of Great Relic (Wat Mahathat)

Temple of Great Relic (Wat Mahathat) in Bangkok was constructed in 18 th century by the order of the King Rama I. It is one of the oldest temples in Bangkok. The temple is also the University and the study centre for Buddhism and meditation. The Mahachulalongkorn University also provides the study program in English. Section five of the temple is the headquarters of the Buddhist Monastery where Vipassana Meditation center is located. Numerous Buddhists and foreigners come to study here. The full name of the temple is Wat Mahathat Yuwaratrangsarit Ratchaworamahawihan.

The temple is situated between Shilpacorn University and Thammasat University. From the back of the Temple of Great Relic (Wat Mahathat) in Bangkok one can view the Pramane Ground or Sanam Luang. Neighboring to this temple is the largest charms market where one can find a great range of lucky charms, good luck signs and traditional medicines. Each Sunday the believers come to the market to watch the small image of Buddha through the magnifying glass with the hope that evil will go away from their life. There are various types of good luck charms to fulfill different wish. This is an old belief of the place. The Temple of Great Relic (Wat Mahathat) in Bangkok is an auspicious place and also a place of tourist attraction.