In 1908, the mondop, a square structure, and the wihan, an assembly hall, were burned in a forest fire, leaving only the laterite seat. It was restored in the reign of King Rama V. The temple features intricately crafted teak door panels. Originally belonged to the wihan of Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat in Phitsanulok province. In addition, visitors will find wall paintings depicting the royal activities of the Chakri Dynasty. An annual homage-paying fair is held on the full moon day of the 3rd lunar month. In addition, there is a 2-storey local museum in the sermon hall, which is of the Lanna-style, located within the compound of Wat Phra Thaen Sila At. Made of wood, this museum was built by Mr. Chalermsilp Chayaphalo. There are beds of flowers and a herbal garden in front. Downstairs displays ancient tools for catching marine animals and paddleboats. While, upstairs displays the traditional lifestyle of palace dwellers and the locals, basketry, blacksmith tools, construction tools, traditional herbal medicine blending appliances, Sangkhalok ceramics from the Sukhothai period, royal preaching pulpit, ancient pulpit of the Ayutthaya artisan, Buddha image crafted out of an old bodhi tree, Buddha images of the Sukhothai and Ayutthaya styles, as well as, the arts and cultures of the northern locals. Open daily 08.00-17.00 hrs. For further details contact, Tel. (66)8 9267 5644, (66)8 1040 0064
