Wat Arun
"The 'Temple of Dawn,' an architectural marvel covered in colorful porcelain and seashells on the west bank of the river."
Logistics
Affordable (฿100)
Vibe
Majestic and Riverside
Duration
1-1.5 hours
Best For
Photography
The Backstory
Dating back to the Ayutthaya period, it briefly housed the Emerald Buddha before it was moved across the river.
Local Secret
"The view from the temple is grand, but the view of the temple at sunset from across the river is even better."
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