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Among Bangkok’s most revered icons, Wat Arun — the Temple of Dawn – sits on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. Construction of the stunning “phra prang” (towers), which are covered ...

Soar over the dynamic city of Bangkok with this captivating drone footage. Discover the ornate temples of Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew, the bustling Chao Phraya River, and the lively streets filled with ...

Phra Prang of Wat Arun Ratchawararam in Bangkok has been added to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco) World Heritage Tentative List, a big step toward ...

Today, Wat Arun is a symbol of Bangkok, where you can even climb its steps and look out over the city. King Rama II ordered the construction of the current 269-foot-high spire (Khmer-style tower ...

If you’re part of that early-rising tribe that dotes on the dawn, here are the best things to do in Bangkok as a morning ...

Thailand’s capital city is a sensory overload, but between the tuk-tuk-packed streets and steamy markets there’s a serene, silent side to be found — and it’s now easier to experience thanks to ...

Wat Arun, also known as the “Temple of Dawn,” is famous because it boasts a 270-foot-tall spire, the tallest in Bangkok. Most people climb the steep steps if they’re open to reach the top.

The City of Angels is where history and modern life collide in the most fascinating ways. From centuries-old temples and royal residences to palaces of a more contemporary and commercial nature ...

Bangkok Mass Transit Authority runs an extensive ... around some of the city's major sites since there are stops near Wat Arun. Depending on your route, you can get a ride between 10 and 32 ...