The calling card of Thailand's capital is the Buddhist temple of Wat Arun. It is located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. The other name of Wat Arun is the Temple of Morning Dawn, and that's when it looks its most spectacular.
Wat Arun is not just a cultural treasure of Thailand, it is a working temple. temple. From the time it was built in the late 19th century to the present day, monastic services and various ceremonies take place inside it. monastic services and ceremonies.
Of greatest significance in the entire temple complex is the 79 metre high chedi (otherwise known as the - Phra Bang stupa), inside which valuable relics of Buddhism are kept. All surfaces of the temple and the stupa are decorated with marvellous porcelain, which, according to legend, were lifted from the bottom of the temple. is said to have been brought up from the bottom of the Chao Phraya River. It was there after a barge from China of a barge from China with expensive crockery on board.
In the evenings there are small light shows on the temple grounds, where you can learn about the history of Vata Ao Phraya. to tell the story of Vata Arun. The narrative is told in English and Thai to traditional music.
Wat Arun is also known for the very important Kathin ceremony for all Buddhists, which takes place there every year in November. As part of this event, the country's most honoured monks of the country are awarded special traditional robes called kathin, which they receive at the Arun Temple from the King himself or another member Royal Family.
