About this Place Of Interest

About this Learning Experience

Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan, or more commonly known as Wat Arun, is a Buddhist temple located on the Thonburi bank of the Chao Phraya River. Named after the Hindu god Aruna, the temple is often regarded as the “radiations of the rising sun, hence earning it its nickname of “The Temple of Dawn”. Originally built in the 17th century and later upgraded in the early 19th century, the temple consists of a main prang (spire) surrounded by 4 minarets. In this Learning Experience, you will learn about how mythology helps people in ancient cultures make sense of their everyday world.

Syllabus Content

• Interpreting and Engaging with Texts
• Apply the processes of meaning making in the Areas of Study (theme), explore the contexts in which texts are written and read, and make connections with self, other texts and the rest of the world.

Resources Needed

Notation Device Pen Paper