Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan
Buddhist temple · Wat Arun ·
Iconic Buddhist temple with pearly mosaics, stunning sunset views
Iconic Buddhist temple with pearly mosaics, stunning sunset views
"Temple of Dawn Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) is a Buddhist temple in Bangkok 's Yai district. It is situated on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. The temple is one of the best known Thai landmarks. The mosaics which cover the temple create a pearly sheen during sunrise and sunset. Ferries can be caught at the Tha Tien Pier across the river from Wat Arun every couple of minutes. Tha Tien Pier is located near the Grand Palace and Wat Po."
"Supanniga Eating Room's riverfront restaurant is located opposite of the Temple of Dawn and serves authentic Thai flavors." - Krittiya Wongtavavimarn
"Catch the ferry to Bangkok’s dazzling, Cambodian-style Buddhist pagoda, or tack it on to your Wang Lang run (it’s about five minutes from there via tuk-tuk)."
"I took the short boat ride to Wat Arun from Banglamphu area and found it an accessible and photogenic temple to add to a sightseeing itinerary." - Matthew Kepnes
Intricately designed temple offering a glimpse into Bangkok’s rich culture and captivating history, highlighted as one of the key places that showcases the city’s heritage. - Liv Kelly