Wat Rong Khun (White temple), Chiang Rai, Thailand
Wat Rong Khun is also known as the White Temple Whereas most temples visited by tourists have a history going back many centuries this magnificent place of worship was built only recently It is the realization of a dream for Thailands noted artist Mr Chalermchai Kositpipat who designed and is supervising the construction of this beautiful white temple and its many statues of figures based on religious beliefs The construction started in 1998 and is expected to be completed in 2008 In addition there is a gallery nearby exhibiting his paintings To get there from the city of Chiang Rai drive north along Asia Highway
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Location: Chiang Rai, Thailand, Asia
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