Just across the street from Wat Phra Kaew is Wat Mahathat, the so-called Temple of the Great Relic. Built in the 1700s, Wat Mahathat is the national center for the Mahanikaya sect and the Mahathat Rajavidyalaya University, one of Asia's highest seats of Buddhist learning.

This temple also houses the International Buddhist meditation Centre, which offers English instruction in meditation. Those interested in learning 'wipassana' (insight) meditation should visit Section 5 of the temple compound to arrange information and practice with the Buddhist monks.

Wat Mahathat is open daily from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. Admission is free.

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