Listen to this articlePhotographers take pictures of visitors in Thai costumes at Wat Arun in Bangkok on Tuesday. (Photo: Pattarapong Chatpattarasill)Photographers from Thai costume rental shops at Wat Arun in Bangkok are now required to take training in “manners” after complaints about improper behaviour. The management of the famous Wat Arun Ratchawararam (Temple of Dawn) on Wednesday night apologised for recent incidents that had caused inconvenience or discomfort, saying it had reviewed rules at the temple. The announcement was a response to reports that local photographers shooed other visitors away when taking pictures of clients dressed in traditional Thai costumes. “Photographers who provide photography services within the Temple grounds are affiliated with Thai costume rental shops and are required to undergo training in proper conduct and appropriate practices in accordance with the Temple’s regulations before being permitted to provide photography services within the Temple,” Wat Arun said on its Facebook page.

Source: Bangkok Post January 08, 2026 06:20 UTC