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Wat Phra Chetuphon vs Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
Temple of the Reclining Buddha and Temple of Dawn are both endorsed by professional travelers. Overall, Temple of Dawn ranks significantly better than Temple of the Reclining Buddha. Temple of Dawn scores 92 with accolades from 7 publications such as Frommer's, Michelin Guide and Afar Magazine.
Wat Phra Chetuphon
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2 Sanam Chai Road, Bangkok, Thailand
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Fodor's
"The city's largest wat has what is perhaps the most unusual representation of the Buddha in Bangkok."
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Concierge
"Just south of the Grand Palace complex near the Tha Chang pier, this temple, which was also Thailand's first public education center, was originally built by King Rama I in the 18th century."
Time Out
"This vast, mellow temple rewards wandering, despite some touristy aspects."
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The Telegraph
"Bangkok’s best known and most important royal temple is home to an incredible 150ft-long reclining golden Buddha...Wat Pho, also houses the largest collection of Buddha images in the country"
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Lonely Planet
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"You'll find (slightly) fewer tourists here than at Wat Phra Kaew, but Wat Pho is our personal fave among Bangkok's biggest temples."
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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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