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Buddhist temples & pagodas
Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)
Bangkok, Thailand
Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of Dawn, was completed in the early 19th century and boasts a central spire reaching 70 meters, adorned with multicolored Chinese porcelain. Visitors can climb the steep steps for an unparalleled view of the Chao Phraya River and the bustling city. Best suited for early morning visits when the temple glows in the rising sun.
Good to know
- Best time
- Early morning
- Dress code
- Cover shoulders and knees
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