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Wat Rong Khun


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 16 attractions in Chiang Rai
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Attraction type: Religious site
Address: Chiang Rai
Thailand

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5 of 5 stars
Lancashire, England
5 Nov 2009

We stopped at the White Temple as part of a trip to the Golden Triangle and it turned out to be one of the highlights of the trip. We'd been to Wat Pho in Bangkok and a couple of smaller local temples so we thought we'd been templed out. The White Temple blew that out of the window. It really... more

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5 of 5 stars
Brisbane, Australia
8 Oct 2009

I can't add much more to the previous reviews, the temple and it's sculptures/surrounds is a stunning sight and very different to the majority of Wats in Thailand. The murals inside the Wat surprised me, a combination of traditional and modern...very different. More of Chalermchai Kositpipat's work can be found on display in the nearby gallery. Also nearby are cafes... more

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5 of 5 stars
Utrecht
24 Jul 2009
1
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You can hardly believe it when you see it!!! When you're ever near Chaing Rai, you MUST go here, it's magnificent!! more

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5 of 5 stars
Greater London, England
6 Jul 2009
1
person found this review helpful

We stopped at Wat Rong Khun (or the 'White Template') during a day trip from Chiang Mai. Luckily the weather was very sunny which makes this temple even more unbelievable to the eye. This is unlike any other temple I have seen in Thailand and it still isn't finished!! When following the path around the temple you start off crossing... more

16 Apr 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Wat Rong Khun is the white temple in Chiang rai province, Thailand. It is constructed by Chalermchai Kositpipat, one of the best artist of Thailand. Moreover, there are image galleries in Wat Rong Khun. You can see more pictures and video guide of Wat Rong Khun at http://champ720.flixya.com more

13 Mar 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Rather than being just another temple, this one is an astounding mix of traditional Thai culture and mythology. Immaculate grounds that are constantly being expanded. I've visited on more than one occasion and always find something new to see or do. Whilst nowhere near as large as the grounds of Doi Tung; Wat Rong Khun is significantly closer to the... more

8 Feb 2009
1
person found this review helpful

I have been to Thailand several times and has been to many Wats but I have never seen one that is so impressive. I forgot to breathe when I saw it sparkling in the sunshine. Traditional with a modern twist. Inside the prayer hall, I saw painting on the walls yet to be completed. I wonder when it will be... more

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