Attraction Details :
Also known as The
White Temple, Wat Rong Khun is regarded as one of the most beautiful
temples built in this century. A masterpiece of artist Chaloemchai
Kositpipat, famed for his extravagant and unique Buddhism-related
paintings, Wat Rong Khun reflects the artist’s grand visions of heaven,
hell and Nirvana. The main assembly hall and adjacent area are carved in
white with glass mosaics. The construction started in 1997 and even the
assembly hall is not yet completed: only two walls have been painted
with a depiction of heaven and hell. Look closely and you’ll see
pictures of international heroes like Spiderman, Sailor Moon and even
Ben 10 hidden in the murals. When it’s completed (it could take 50
years), the temple will have nine buildings. Donations are welcome but
should not exceed B10,000 as Chaloemchai doesn’t want to be under the
influence of big donors, even though he’s spent more than B40 million of
his own cash.Opening hours: Daily 6.30am - 6pm
Contact: Tel. 053-673-579
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