Wat Arun


The name of this lavishly adorned temple roughly translates to mean “Temple of Dawn,” which is fitting as it was built to honor Aruna, the Hindu god that is most commonly represented by the radiations of the rising sun. Located in the Bangkok Yai district on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River, Wat Arun’s distinctive prang, or spires, are lavishly adorned with colorful patterns of seashells and porcelain. The central prang rises more than 85 meters (280 feet) high.

Find Out More Related Tours

Hang Nga Guesthouse in Da Lat

Hang Nga Guesthouse in Da Lat

Known to many travelers as Crazy House, Hang Nga’s Guesthouse is a ...

More Detail
Kengtung (Kyaing Tong)

Kengtung (Kyaing Tong)

Kengtung Tong, the capital of the Golden Triangle area, is the beautiful ...

More Detail
Ko Nang Yuan

Ko Nang Yuan

Ko Nang Yuan is a tiny island very close to Ko Tao. It is a popular day ...

More Detail
Sukhothai Historical Park

Sukhothai Historical Park

Located in northern Thailand, Sukhothai Historical Park contains the ruins ...

More Detail
Mu Ko Ang Thong

Mu Ko Ang Thong

Ang Thong, which means “Bowl of Gold,” is a popular national ...

More Detail
Wat Arun

Wat Arun

The name of this lavishly adorned temple roughly translates to mean ...

More Detail