# Wat Arun Implements Stricter Guidelines for Temple Photography

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/lifestyle/277772-wat-arun-implements-stricter-guidelines-for-temple-photography
- Published: 2026-01-10T11:36:54+07:00
- Author: NBT World

**Photographers linked to Thai costume rental shops must undergo etiquette and conduct
training aligned with temple regulations before operating on-site**

### 📌 Main Points

 * **Apology issued**: Wat Arun Ratchawararam apologized after public concern over
   commercial photography services inside temple grounds.
 * **Reason for change**: Rising visitor traffic (about 10,000 daily) prompted a
   reassessment of how activities are managed to balance religious use with tourism.
 * **Public feedback**: Online discussions highlighted unease about commercial photography,
   leading temple authorities to review oversight.

Wat Arun Ratchawararam has issued an apology following public concern over photography
services operating inside the temple grounds, as the landmark adjusts its management
practices in response to rising visitor traffic. The temple said it is reviewing
how activities are regulated to better balance religious use with tourism.

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The statement addressed visitors’ unease following an online discussion that drew
attention to commercial photography at the site. Temple authorities acknowledged
the feedback and said it prompted a reassessment of on-site oversight to ensure 
activities are orderly and appropriate.

The temple averages about 10,000 visitors per day, including worshippers and tourists.
Under the updated rules, photographers affiliated with traditional Thai costume 
rental shops must complete etiquette and conduct training aligned with temple regulations
before being permitted to provide services on temple grounds.

Wat Arun has coordinated with the Bangkok Yai Metropolitan Police, the Bangkok Yai
District Office, and the Tourist Police to ensure alignment on management policies
among photographers, business operators, and temple personnel. The agencies are 
working together to maintain proper conduct and public order.

Officials said the coordinated approach seeks to protect the temple’s standing, 
support Thai tourism, and ensure respect for religious practices and public decorum.

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**Source** : [Wat Arun Tightens Rules on Temple Photography](https://thailand.prd.go.th/en/content/category/detail/id/52/iid/463537)