Wat Mahathat Worawihan is the most important historical site in Ratchaburi. The temple complex is particularly interesting because its architecture reflects various historical and architectural periods: the Dvaravati, Khmer, and Ayutthaya periods. As early as the Dvaravati period (7th to 11th centuries), the complex served as a religious sanctuary. In the 13th century, under Khmer influence, a Khmer-style sanctuary was built. Finally, at the beginning of the Ayutthaya period (15th/16th centuries), the large main prang and the secondary prangs that we see today were constructed. The temple was officially registered as an ancient monument in 1935. Key features include: the large central prang, the secondary prangs, the laterite walls, the cloister with its Buddhas, ancient murals associated with Ayutthaya art, and the Vihara Luang Buddhas from the Ayutthaya period. I have seen many temples in Thailand, but I particularly liked this one, both because of its peaceful atmosphere and because of its architecture and historical significance.

Entry to Wat Mahathat Worawihan in Ratchaburi is free. It is open from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

If you are staying in Ratchaburi, you can reach Wat Mahathat Worawihan on foot. Alternatively, you can book a car or motorbike taxi in Ratchaburi via Grab.

Wat Mahathat Worawihan is a temple, and when visiting a temple in Thailand there are some rules to follow: appropriate clothing (knees and shoulders should be covered), take off your shoes when entering the building, be quiet, do not hug or kiss, do not point your feet at the Buddha statue, do not smoke.

How to get there

How do I get to Wat Mahathat Worawihan? If you are staying in Ratchaburi, you can reach Wat Mahathat Worawihan on foot. Alternatively, you can book a car or motorbike taxi in Ratchaburi via Grab.