Experts' Choice Award Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
9 expert reviews
“Directly across the river from Wat Pho sits Wat Arun, one of the most recognizable spots in Bangkok.”
– Travel + Leisure
Fodor's "If this riverside spot is inspiring at sunrise, it's even more marvelous toward dusk, when the setting sun throws amber tones over the entire area." Full review
Frommer's "Formerly known as Wat Jaeng, the 79m-high (260-ft.), Khmer-inspired tower was renamed the "Temple of Dawn," by King Thaksin, Bangkok's founder." Full review
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Be sure to walk to the back of the tower to the monks' living quarters, a tranquil world far from the bustle of Bangkok's busy streets.
Time Out "This five-spired landmark has been known as the 'Temple of Dawn' ever since the soon-to-be King Taksin landed by the then Wat Magog at sunrise in October 1767." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Wat Arun is easily recognisable by its huge central prang (114m high), which is built in Khmer-style... this temple is dedicated to the Hindu god of the day, Aruna." Full review
Afar Magazine "The Wat Arun complex is a huge, active monastery." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Known as the Temple of Dawn, this large temple complex’s most identifying feature is a spire with scary-steep steps" Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "What's the story behind this temple?
Of the more than 31,000 temples, or wats, throughout Thailand, Wat Arun is one of the most iconic." Full review
Frommer's "It's at its most wondrous as the sun rises and sets...decorated with flower and decorative motifs made of ceramic shards donated to the monastery by local people, at the request of the King" Full review
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Be sure to walk to the back of the tower to the monks' living quarters, a tranquil world far from the bustle of Bangkok's busy streets.
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