【Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)｜Bangkok "An Iconic Thai Temple Shining on the Chao Phraya River"】

【Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)｜Bangkok
"An Iconic Thai Temple Shining on the Chao Phraya River"】

— A temple with an impressive beautiful pagoda towering on the west bank of Bangkok.
The name "Arun" means "dawn," and the tower illuminated by the morning sun has a magical beauty✨
The view when lit up from evening to night is also spectacular.
It is featured on the 10-baht coin of Thailand and is truly considered the "face of Bangkok."

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📍【Location & Access】
・Address: 158 Wang Doem Rd, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok 10600, Thailand
・Access: Ferry crossing the Chao Phraya River (right next to the Tha Tien pier on the Wat Pho side)
・Walk from MRT Sanam Chai Station plus ferry ride

🕰️【Visiting Hours】
・8:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Open year-round)

💰【Admission Fee】
・100 baht (as of 2025)

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🌟Recommended Points
• The central main prang (pagoda) is about 80 meters tall! Beautifully decorated with intricate porcelain
• You can climb the steep stairs near the top (※Be cautious of physical exertion and heights)
• The view across the Chao Phraya River is truly picturesque
• Don’t miss the "Sunset Wat Arun" view from the opposite riverbank

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📸Photography Tips
・Morning: The temple side is well-lit for easy shooting
・Sunset: Recommended to view the illuminated temple from restaurants or along the river on the opposite bank
・The pagoda’s decorations up close reveal porcelain and seashells with astonishing detail!

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📝Important Notes
・The pagoda stairs are very steep! Be careful going up and down⚠️
・No revealing clothing allowed (clothes covering knees and shoulders are required)
・Ferry costs about 5 baht per ride, cash only

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