Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

The gilded chedi is the main reason to visit. It towers over the rest of the complex, and halfway up there's a viewing platform offering a view of the temple grounds below and a good panorama of this part of Udon Thani. It's worth a twenty-minute visit in the morning for that alone.

This is a royal and still active temple, so what you see here isn't staged. Shrine halls, monks going about their daily tasks, people bringing offerings. Arrive early for the most peaceful and pleasant experience. If you're in Udon Thani to visit the Ban Chiang Museum or while waiting for a bus, this is a good alternative to most of the city's other attractions. Don't plan on spending a long time there. It's a temple, not an afternoon outing.

Cover your shoulders and knees before entering any of the buildings. From March onwards, loose cotton clothing is recommended.