| Wat Rong Khun | |
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วัดร่องขุ่น | |
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| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Theravada Buddhism |
| Province | Chiang Rai |
| Location | |
| Location | Pa O Don Chai, Mueang District, Chiang Rai, Thailand |
| Architecture | |
| Architect(s) | Chalermchai Kositpipat |
| Style |
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| Founder | Chalermchai Kositpipat |
| Completed | 1997[1] |
| Website | |
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Wat Rong Khun (Thai: วัดร่องขุ่น), better known as the White Temple, is a Buddhist temple in Pa O Don Chai, Mueang District, Chiang Rai province, Thailand. Situated outside the city of Chiang Rai, the temple attracts a large number of visitors, both Thai and foreign, making it one of Chiang Rai's most visited attractions. The White Temple was created by master Chalermchai Kositpipat, the national artist who designed, constructed, and opened it to visitors in 1997.[2]
The primary structure of the temple is made of a basic concrete frame and a wooden roof. Viewed from a distance, it appears to be crafted from sparkling porcelain, but on closer inspection it becomes evident that the dazzling effect is achieved through a blend of whitewash and transparent mirrored chips. The outer surfaces are adorned with white plaster and incorporated glass inserts.[3][4]
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- ^ Sawyer, Mitch (7 July 2017). "In Thailand, a Buddhist Artist Is Building the Bizarre Temple of His Dreams" (Editorial). Artsy. Retrieved 8 July 2017.
- ^ "History of Wat Rong Khun". Study.com.
- ^ "Wat Rong Khun | Chiang Rai Province, Thailand | Attractions". Lonely Planet. Retrieved 21 November 2023.