Wat Rong Khun, or better known as The White Temple, is one of the most recognizable temples in Thailand. The temple outside the town of Chiang Rai attracts a large number of visitors, both locally and foreign, making it one of Chiang Rai's most visited attractions.
The approach to the main temple goes pass a large pond, where you can see the temple's reflection from the water. It really does feels like a fantastical, fairy world.
The favorite part of this place is the bridge that leads to the main building. To reach the main temple, you have to cross the bridge representing the cycle of rebirth with the pits of hell below.
Wat Rong Khun is a work in progress. All details of the white temple, the main temple hall, have been recently completed. A number of other buildings are in various stages of construction and decoration. The master plan of this whole place is expected to take decades to complete.
This temple is one of the most unusual temples we have ever visited. Even if you are feeling templed-out, don't miss the White Temple if you are in northern Thailand.
It is located 13km south of Chiang Rai. Entry fee to the temple is free.
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