Temple of Wat Bovonivet

Wat Bovonnivet is the central Buddhist temple of the Nakhon district and the main temple patronizing the Chakri dynasty. It was built in 1826. Most of the rulers of the Chakri dynasty, including the current king of Thailand, Rama the Ninth, received Buddhist education in this temple in their youth. By the way, the first abbot of the temple was Prince Bhikku Mongkut, who later became King Rama the Fourth.

On the territory of the temple of Bovonnivet in the Golden Chedi are kept relics and urns with the ashes of the royal family. The two main buildings of the temple are closed to the public. Access is only open to a small building where religious ceremonies are held. Only men are allowed to visit it and only on special Buddhist holidays.