{"id":13888,"date":"2025-06-16T14:03:29","date_gmt":"2025-06-16T12:03:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/?p=13888"},"modified":"2025-06-16T14:04:46","modified_gmt":"2025-06-16T12:04:46","slug":"wat-rong-khun-white-temple-chiang-rai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wat-rong-khun-white-temple-chiang-rai\/","title":{"rendered":"Wat Rong Khun, Thailand&#8217;s Curious White Temple"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you&#8217;ve decided to <strong>travel to Thailand<\/strong>\u2014the ancient Kingdom of Siam\u2014you\u2019ve probably come across images of some of its 4,000+ wats, or temples. And surely, among those photos, one must have caught your eye&#8230; yes, that one\u2014the dazzling <strong>white temple of Wat Rong Khun<\/strong> in Chiang Rai. Impressive, right?<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail wp-image-1007412\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium_large\"><img style=\"aspect-ratio: 768\/512\" height=\"512\" width=\"768\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-01-768x512.jpg\" alt=\"The White Temple of Chiang Rai\" class=\"wp-image-14088\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The White Temple of Chiang Rai<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-el-templo-blanco-de-chiang-rai\">The White Temple of Chiang Rai<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-senff-sticky-block\" data-topspace=\"60\" data-cfa=\"true\" data-minwidth=\"600\" data-maxwidth=\"99999\" data-pushup=\"#final-footer\" data-zindex=\"1\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#how-to-visit-the-white-temple-of-chiang-rai\">How to visit the White Temple of Chiang Rai<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#information-about-the-temple\">Information About the Temple<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#practical-information\">Practical Information<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#location\">Location<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#remember\">Remember<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-visit-the-white-temple-of-chiang-rai\">How to visit the White Temple of Chiang Rai<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The temple is located about 12 kilometers from the city of Chiang Rai. You can get there by bus, tuk-tuk, car, motorbike, and of course bicycle\u2026 a wealth of options at a variety of prices. You can also do so as part of a tour to see the White Temple and other Chiang Rai attractions. Here are a few:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/chiang-rai-l913\/chiang-rai-half-day-tuk-tuk-temple-tour-t934081\/?partner_id=ORA5DUX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=EN-post-wat-rong-khun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">From Chiang Rai 3 Temples, including Golden Triangle and Tea Plantation<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/chiang-rai-l913\/diy-chiang-rai-guided-tour-full-day-t392785\/?partner_id=ORA5DUX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=EN-post-wat-rong-khun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Full-Day Customizable Private Tour<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"information-about-the-temple\">Information About the Temple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In a country where over 90% of the population practices Buddhism, spiritual care is essential\u2014so there&#8217;s always room for another temple. And if it draws tourists as well, even better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This was the idea behind Thai artist Chalermchai Kositpipat\u2019s project when he began reconstructing Wat Rong Khun, the <strong>White Temple in Chiang Rai<\/strong>, in 1996.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail wp-image-1007433\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-03.jpg\" alt=\"General view of Wat Rong Khun\" class=\"wp-image-14108\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-03.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-03-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">General view of Wat Rong Khun<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The temple itself is much older, but it has undergone several renovations\u2014none as striking as this one, led by the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/chiang-rai-travel-guide\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"9835\">Chiang Rai<\/a><\/strong>-born artist who dedicated the temple to the purity and wisdom of the Buddha.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hence its two defining features: the color white, symbolizing purity, and crystal, representing Buddhist wisdom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, construction is still ongoing. The completed complex will eventually include several adjacent buildings, but like the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, it\u2019s shaping up to be a long-term endeavor.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail wp-image-1007429\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-07.jpg\" alt=\"Shall we cross the famous bridge?\" class=\"wp-image-14109\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-07.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-07-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shall we cross the famous bridge?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Standing in front of the temple, the first thing you\u2019ll notice is the bridge, a symbolic fast-track through purgatory. <strong>It\u2019s surrounded by sculpted hands reaching up from hell<\/strong>, representing temptation, greed, vanity, and other sins. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The bridge symbolizes the journey from death to reincarnation, according to Buddhist philosophy.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail wp-image-1007431\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-05.jpg\" alt=\"The hands\" class=\"wp-image-14110\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-05.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-05-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The hands<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail wp-image-1007432\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-04.jpg\" alt=\"Other details\" class=\"wp-image-14111\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-04.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-04-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Other details<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Along the way, you\u2019ll spot two <em>kinnaree<\/em>, mythical beings from Buddhist lore that are half-human, half-bird. At the bridge\u2019s end, two large <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Rahu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Rahu<\/a><\/em> <\/strong>figures guard the gates of heaven. They decide whether you\u2019re worthy of entering the <em>ubosot<\/em>, the main hall of the temple.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-1007430 size-thumbnail\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-06-1.jpg\" alt=\"Detail of the rahu\" class=\"wp-image-14112\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-06-1.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-06-1-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Detail of the rahu<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail wp-image-1007420\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img style=\"aspect-ratio: 700\/467\" height=\"467\" width=\"700\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-Wat-Rong-Khun-16-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"Front view of the temple\" class=\"wp-image-1007420\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Front view of the temple<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail wp-image-1007424\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-12.jpg\" alt=\"A detail of Buddha\" class=\"wp-image-14113\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-12.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-12-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A detail of Buddha<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail wp-image-1007425\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-11.jpg\" alt=\"More details\" class=\"wp-image-14115\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-11.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-11-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">More details<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail wp-image-1007427\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-09.jpg\" alt=\"And more and more...\" class=\"wp-image-14114\" style=\"width:487px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-09.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-09-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">And more and more\u2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you thought the exterior was striking, just wait until you step inside and witness the bold visual narrative of the struggle between Eastern and Western values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is when it becomes clear that the temple is modern. The mural inside includes everything from the Twin Towers under attack, demons, Converse sneakers, guns, Michael Jackson, George Bush, Angry Birds, and an embryo in an artificial womb. Oh\u2014and plenty of superheroes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, it\u2019s a vivid portrayal of violence and consumerism in Western culture. It makes a point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since photography is not allowed inside, I won\u2019t spoil any more surprises. If you don\u2019t go, you\u2019ll miss out\u2014so book a trip and experience this one-of-a-kind place with your own eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail wp-image-1007415\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-21.jpg\" alt=\"Another look at the superheroes\" class=\"wp-image-14116\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-21.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-21-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Another look at the superheroes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>As you walk through the temple complex, you\u2019ll discover several other buildings\u2014including a wishing well where people toss in a few baht for luck, or simply as an offering. Who knows?<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail wp-image-1007416\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-20.jpg\" alt=\"Well building\" class=\"wp-image-14118\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-20.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-20-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Well building<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-1007418 size-thumbnail\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-18.jpg\" alt=\"Interior detail\" class=\"wp-image-14117\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-18.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-18-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Interior detail<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-1007413 size-medium\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"933\" height=\"1400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-23.jpg\" alt=\"The curious well\" class=\"wp-image-14120\" style=\"width:auto;height:700px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-23.jpg 933w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-23-467x700.jpg 467w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 933px) 100vw, 933px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The curious well<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Take your time, wander around, and see what you uncover. If you arrive early, you\u2019ll avoid the crowds that flood in daily and enjoy a much more peaceful experience.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail wp-image-1007421\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-15.jpg\" alt=\"Another building\" class=\"wp-image-14119\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-15.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-15-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Another building<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-1007422 size-medium\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"933\" height=\"1400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-14.jpg\" alt=\"Strolling around the grounds\" class=\"wp-image-14121\" style=\"width:auto;height:700px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-14.jpg 933w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-14-467x700.jpg 467w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 933px) 100vw, 933px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Strolling around the grounds<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail wp-image-1007419\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-17.jpg\" alt=\"More details\" class=\"wp-image-14122\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-17.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/templo-blanco-chiang-rai-wat-rong-khun-17-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">More details<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"practical-information\">Practical Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Admission costs 50 baht<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open daily from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you fall in love with the place, you can buy a souvenir from the on-site shop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid peak hours and weekends if you don\u2019t want to get stuck in purgatory&#8230;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it\u2019s so close to Chiang Rai, you can take advantage of the day to explore other nearby attractions, like the <strong>Baan Dam Museum (Black House)<\/strong>\u2014just 30 minutes away and, as the name suggests, a perfect contrast after visiting the White Temple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once again, practice responsible tourism\u2014and that means being respectful. You\u2019re not in your own home, so follow the rules of your hosts: photography is not allowed inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As in all temples, there\u2019s a basic dress code: no shorts or short skirts, shoulders should be covered, and shoes must be removed before entering. A sarong in your backpack, clean socks, and you&#8217;re good to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In short: follow the guidelines, be respectful, and when in doubt\u2014ask. Otherwise, you might just end up as an example on the \u201cbad Western behavior\u201d poster&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"location\">Location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1C8RBawShsAyZhHMlLfbQzCPMfQJz_mOy\" width=\"100%\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"remember\">Remember<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Save money with&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/heymondo-travel-insurance-discount\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3194\">Heymondo travel insurance<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get your&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conmochila.com\/en\/esim-thailand-unlimited-data\/\">Thailand eSIM<\/a>&nbsp;<\/strong>with a discount and unlimited data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a look at tours in Thailand that you can&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/?partner_id=ORA5DUX&amp;cmp=home-short-url\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">book<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/?partner_id=ORA5DUX&amp;cmp=EN-chao-phraya\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">&nbsp;with GetYourGuide<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;ve decided to travel to Thailand\u2014the ancient Kingdom of Siam\u2014you\u2019ve probably come across images of some of its 4,000+ wats, or temples. And surely, among those photos, one must have caught your eye&#8230; yes, that one\u2014the dazzling white temple of Wat Rong Khun in Chiang Rai. Impressive, right? 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