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Erawan Shrine (Thao Mahaprom Shrine) vs Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
Both Temple of Dawn and Erawan Shrine are rated very highly by professionals. On balance, Temple of Dawn is preferred by most writers compared to Erawan Shrine. Temple of Dawn comes in at #2 in Bangkok with positive reviews from 7 sources like Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.
Erawan Shrine (Thao Mahaprom Shrine)
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494 Rajdamri Road, Bangkok, Thailand
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Frommer's
"The Erawan Shrine is not old, but it is an interesting testament to the belief in spirits, in Thai society."
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Time Out
"Thais seamlessly fuse modernity with spirit beliefs. This ability is encapsulated at the frenetic, smoky Hindu shrine to Brahma."
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Fodor's
"The mix of burning incense, dancers in traditional dress, and many people praying is a memorable sight."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"One of the most famous shrines in all of Thailand—and a place where your prayers are most likely to be heard."
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Atlas Obscura
"A shrine built to combat the bad karma of a commercial venture. "
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Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
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158 Wang Doem Road, Wat Arun, Bangkok Yai, Bangkok 10600, Thailand
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Fodor's
"If this riverside spot is inspiring at sunrise, it's even more marvelous toward dusk, when the setting sun throws amber tones over the entire area."
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Frommer's
"Formerly known as Wat Jaeng, the 79m-high (260-ft.), Khmer-inspired tower was renamed the "Temple of Dawn," by King Thaksin, Bangkok's founder."
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Be sure to walk to the back of the tower to the monks' living quarters, a tranquil world far from the bustle of Bangkok's busy streets.
Time Out
"This five-spired landmark has been known as the 'Temple of Dawn' ever since the soon-to-be King Taksin landed by the then Wat Magog at sunrise in October 1767."
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Travel + Leisure
"Directly across the river from Wat Pho sits Wat Arun, one of the most recognizable spots in Bangkok."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Wat Arun is easily recognisable by its huge central prang (114m high), which is built in Khmer-style... this temple is dedicated to the Hindu god of the day, Aruna."
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