Wat Arun, Bangkok

Wat Arun or also known as Temple of the Dawn, and the full name of the temple is Wat Arunratchawararam Ratchaworamahavihara. Wat Arun is located on the West bank of Chao Phraya river, opposite to Wat Pho. This temple is one of First Class Royal Temple in Bangkok. The most popular attraction at Wat Arun is Group of prangs (imposing spires) in Khmer style, which has the main huge Prang in the center, surrounded by 4 smaller prangs. The main Prang is 81 meters high. The prangs are decorated with colorful pieces of porcelain. Around the bottom of the prangs are variety statues of soldiers and animals from China. Tourists are allowed to cliam the main Prang's stairs to enjoy the view of Bangkok city and Chao Phraya River.

Open Hours : daily, 8.30 a.m. - 5.30 p.m.
Admission Fee : 30 Baht

Nearby Tourist Attractions : Grand Palace, Wat Pho

Location : Bangkok
Activities : Sightseeing
Type : Buddhist Temple, Historic site