Wat Arun Ratchawararam (Temple of Dawn)

Wat Arun Ratchawararam (Temple of Dawn)

Location: On the Chao Phraya River's west bank. 
34 Arun Amarin Road, Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok.
Wat Arun is an ancient Temple dating back to the Ayutthaya period and considered as a Royal Temple of King Rama II, also known as King Buddha Loetla Nabhalai of the Chakri Dynasty. Its stupa was considered as one of the most beautiful and gigantic stupas in that era.

Not-to-be-missed Highlights: With its unique architecture, Wat Arun’s stupas were built by white bricks and decorated by many valuable materials; such as, seashells, porcelain, and many Benjarong dishes, most of which came from China. Furthermore, you can see a variety of sculptures around the Temple like Kinnari, giants, angels, and garudas. Another must-attend activity you don’t want to miss is taking a photo with the 2 temple guardians: Tossakan, King of Krung Long Ka, and Sahatsadecha, King of Pang Tan City. Both of the demons are very powerful.

The Temple is open daily from 08.00 – 17.30 Hrs.

Information by :
Tourism Authority of Thailand
1600 Phetchaburi Road, Makkasan, Ratchathevi, Bangkok 10400 Thailand
https://www.tourismthailand.org/

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