Wat Rong Khun—Chiang Rai, Thailand
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Ianatlarge
N 19° 49.452 E 099° 45.834
47Q E 579998 N 2192208
The famous "White Temple", in northern Thailand.
Waymark Code: WMEK8Q
Location: Thailand
Date Posted: 06/08/2012
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Wat Rong Khun is a working Thai Buddhist temple, however, it is also a magnificent visual spectacle and a major tourist attraction in the province of Chiang Rai.
The temple is entirely white in colour, eschewing the usual gold. Thus it has the informal name of "The White Temple". The noted Thai artist Mr Chalermchai Kositpipat designed the temple. Construction began in 1998 and was completed in 2008. The temple grounds cover a large area, and contain an ordination hall, quarters for the monks, exhibition hall, statues and representation of Buddhist and Hindu spiritual figures. This is a popular spot with both local and foreign tourists. It has been referred to as one of the seven wonders of modern Thailand.
Buses regularly travel to this destination, as do tuk tuks and private taxis. If you are in the province, worth a look.
Open to visitors?: Yes
Photography Permitted Inside?: Yes
Statue of the Buddha present?: Yes
Related Website: Not listed
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Photos of the shrine are strongly encouraged when permitted otherwise please refrain from taking pictures inside and in any case, generally have respect for the religious nature of the site.