Every November a fair is held at Wat Saket on Bangkok's imposing 78-meter 'Golden Mount'. On the full moon night, a candlelight procession of pilgrims makes its way up the Golden Mount to pay respects at the reliquary on top. On subsequent days, a fair is held in the temple grounds with various shows and entertainments, including 'likay' performances and folk dancing.

The golden chedi of Wat Saket on top of the hill houses a relic of the Buddha from India, originally presented to King Chulalongkorn by the British Government. The shrine is seldom open for view, but the climb to the top of the mount is worth it for the sweeping views over the city. The temple at the foot of the hill is one of the oldest in Bangkok, built during the reign of King Rama I. Mural paintings inside the chapel depict the defeat of the Mara demons by Mae Toranee (Mother Earth), the punishment of the dead by the ruler of the underworld and frescoes of the Ramakien.

Wat Saket is located on Boriphat Road, not far from Ratchadamnoen Road. The landmark Golden Mount, Bangkok's only hill (albeit man-made) can be seen from all points in the city. In the evenings, floodlights illuminate the golden chedi on top.

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