- During the reign of King Rama II the temple was renovated and renamed Wat Arun Rajwararam or Wat Arun for short. See the temple from the river.
- It was completed in the reign of King Rama IV the Great, and changed its name to Wat Arun Ratchawararam like it is still called today.
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- Wat Arun in Bangkok is also known as The Temple of Dawn. The ancient Bangkok Temple is one of Bangkok's most famous landmarks and tourist attractions.
- The Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan (Wat Arun) is a Buddhist temple located in Thonburi, on the west of Chao Phraya River.
- The best-known part of Wat Arun is the central spire, or Prang, 66.8 to 80 metres high (depending on the sources), surrounded by four smaller towers.
- The outstanding feature of Wat Arun is its central prang (Khmer-style tower). Steep steps lead to the two terraces. ... The work was finished by King Rama III.
- At one site is Wat Arun, there is a Buddhist temple since the time of the Ayutthaya Kingdom, but the name was not the same.
- Wat Arun, or the Temple of the Dawn, is one of the most famous sights in Bangkok, located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River.
- Brief history of Wat Arun. The temple was originally called Wat Makok (makok – wild plum tree) and it was near an old village called Ban Kok (village of wild plums).