Wat Arun or the temple of dawn is located by the Chao Pra Ya river, opposite Ta-Tien Pier. It used to called Wat Jaeng meaning the temple of dawn. But later it name changed to Wat Arun.

Wat Arun.

In front of the main gate to Wat Arun with 2 giant to guard the temple.	The tall tower at the middle is a great landmark of Bangkok.
Giant (Left)	Giant (Right)
Ceramic art in Chinese style.	This flower is made from ceramic.
Another flower.	The way up to the tall temple.
Vendors at Wat Arun.	People paying respect to King Taksin.
Art at the door to the temple.	Buddha statue.
At the small path at the high tower.	Me in front of Wat Arun.

 

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