60 Moo 1 Phahonyothin Road, Pa O Don Chai, Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand
Wat Rong Khun, better known as "the White Temple", is one of the most famous temples in Thailand. It is a unique temple that stands out given its completely white color and the use of pieces of glass in the plaster which creates a sparkling effect under the sun. The white color signifies the purity of the Buddha, while the glass symbolizes the Buddha's wisdom and the Dhamma, the Buddhist teachings...
Maekok Road, Tambon Rim Kok, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57100, Thailand
The Blue Temple in Chiang Rai is a beautiful modern Buddhist temple distinguished by its vivid blue coloring & elaborate carvings. It was designed by a student of Chalermchai Kositpipat, the artist who built the eccentric White Temple. Officially opened in 2016, the Blue Temple is a relatively new addition to Chiang Rai's collection of colorful temples.