According to the legend of Phra Bor

According to the legend of Phra Borom That, Nakorn Si Thammarat, Prince Thanakuman and Queen Hem Chala brought Buddha relics to Hat sai Kaeo and built a small pagoda to mark the location. Later on, King Si-Thamma Sokarat established the city of Nakhon Si Thammarat and built a new pagoda. The present pagoda has a unique Sri Lankan style, measuring 55.78 metres.The tip is entirely covered by pure gold. Inside the temple are many buildings of importance. especially the royal buildings which has beautiful architecture from the Ayutthaya period, and also the Sam Chom buildings where the Buddha image is attired in royal clothing.