Located right in the heart of the city, the temple is a merge of 2 ancient temples, Phrabat temple and Ming Mueang temple, which belonged to the former Phrae royal family. Highlights of this Lanna temple include the principle Buddha of Phrae called "Phrabuddha Kosai", an old golden pagoda called "Phra Chedi Ming Mueang", a replica of the Buddha's footprint, the gorgeous teak pavilion, and the 150 year old hand embroidered Lanna scriptures by Mae Chao Bua Lai (the last queen of Phrae). The place also contains the building in memory of "Jacob", the deceased famous writer who was a direct descendant of the last lord of Phrae. Moreover, there is a novice school inside this temple. Truly beneficial.

The Phra Bat Refers to a footprint of the Buddha, but visually (as opposed to spiritually) it does not compare to other finer examples. I speak as a lay person. What was more interesting was the monastery school in back, where novices of all ages learn their lessons.