TBA | Bangkok Riverside | Where to Explore | Wat Arun


158 Thanon Wang Doem, Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok
Operating Hours:Monday-Sunday (8 AM-6 PM)
Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of Dawn, is one of the most iconic landmarks in Bangkok, standing majestically along the Chao Phraya River. A Buddhist temple has existed at this site since the Ayutthaya Kingdom (1351-1767 AD), making it a place of deep historical significance. The temple’s 82-meter-tall (269 ft.) central spire (prang) sets it apart from other Thai temples, symbolizing Mount Meru, the center of the universe in Hindu cosmology. Decorated with colorful porcelain and seashells, the spire gleams beautifully in the morning light, reflecting the temple’s celestial origins.
Visitors can climb the steep staircase of the main spire for breathtaking panoramic views of the Chao Phraya River, the Grand Palace, and Wat Pho. At the temple’s entrance, two towering Yaksha (guardian figures) stand guard, leading to the Ordination Hall, where intricate mural paintings narrate the life of Lord Buddha. Wat Arun remains an important site for Buddhist worship and royal rituals, inviting visitors to explore its rich heritage while respecting its sacred atmosphere.
Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of Dawn, is one of the most iconic landmarks in Bangkok, standing majestically along the Chao Phraya River. A Buddhist temple has existed at this site since the Ayutthaya Kingdom (1351-1767 AD), making it a place of deep historical significance. The temple’s 82-meter-tall (269 ft.) central spire (prang) sets it apart from other Thai temples, symbolizing Mount Meru, the center of the universe in Hindu cosmology. Decorated with colorful porcelain and seashells, the spire gleams beautifully in the morning light, reflecting the temple’s celestial origins.
Visitors can climb the steep staircase of the main spire for breathtaking panoramic views of the Chao Phraya River, the Grand Palace, and Wat Pho. At the temple’s entrance, two towering Yaksha (guardian figures) stand guard, leading to the Ordination Hall, where intricate mural paintings narrate the life of Lord Buddha. Wat Arun remains an important site for Buddhist worship and royal rituals, inviting visitors to explore its rich heritage while respecting its sacred atmosphere.