Wat Arun

 

Wat Arun is a very prominent structure along the west bank of the Chao Phraya. The temple has gone through several name changes over the years (since the 17th century). Currently the temple is named after Aruna, the Indian God of Dawn. The Wat is composed of one main spire or “Prang” that is 79 meters in height. This is surrounded by four lessor Prangs, each representing the fours directions of the guardian gods. The famous Emerald Buddha was housed at Wat Arun until 1785 when it was moved to the east side of the river at Wat Prha Kaew.

The grounds are beautiful and access is very easy from the ferry at Tha Tien pier across the Chao Phraya. Foreigners must pay a 50 baht entrance fee. The Wat is open to the public from 8am to 6pm daily.

You can access the top of the main Prang. However, the steps to the top or the steepest I have ever seen at any temple in Thailand, Cambodia or Tibet. Railings or provided which you need to help pull yourself up as well as assisting with the decent.
Wat Arun is a must see attraction!

Address:  Chao Phraya River across from Tha Tien Pier

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