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.

"The view from the temple is grand, but the view of the temple at sunset from across the river is even better."