Wat Arun Ratchawararam | |
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Temple of Dawn | |
Religion | |
Affiliation | Theravada Buddhism |
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Country | Thailand |
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Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan also known as Wat Chaeng, is a Buddhist temple located in Bangkok, Thailand.[1] It is on Thonburi's west bank of the Chao Phraya River. The temple is known for its stunning architecture and exquisite design. The work on the pagoda started during the reign of Rama III (1824–51). The main prang was completed in 1851, after nine years of continued construction.[2]