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The National Museum Bangkok vs Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun)
Both are praised by expert reviewers. On balance, Temple of Dawn ranks significantly better than The National Museum Bangkok. Temple of Dawn comes in at 92 with positive reviews from 7 reviews including Time Out, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
The National Museum Bangkok
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Na Phrathat Road, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakho, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
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"Everything you ever wanted to know about Thailand—its history, art, religions, culture, and more—in a complex that includes a former royal residence and chapel."
Frommer's
"If you only visit one museum in Bangkok, it should be this one, as it is the main collection of the country's art and archaeology."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"Everything you ever wanted to know about Thailand—its history, art, religions, culture, and more—in a complex that includes a former royal residence and chapel."
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Fodor's
"Just outside Wat Phra That Hariphunchai, the National Museum has a fine selection of Dvaravati-style stuccowork. The collection of Lanna antiques is also impressive."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Visit the galleries dedicated to Thai... history and then admire the Buddhaisawan chapel, which is home to a highly venerated statue of Buddha."
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Also of interest are the superb royal collections in the old palace.
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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