Located on Nikon Bamrung Road near the town center, Wat Mahathat consists mostly of modern temple buildings.

It also has some very old chedi in its grounds. The largest of these, a square-based brick chedi called Phum Khao Bint, is located behind the viharn as you approach from the main road.

You can walk to this temple from anywhere in the town center

  • What is it? A temple with some ancient chedi in its grounds
  • When to go: Any time
  • Where: In Petchabun town center
  • Address: Nikon Bamrung Road
  • Opening hours: 06:00-17:00
  • Entrance fees: Free