Wat Rong Khun: Heaven and Hell on Earth

10/14/2018

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Culture Story: Wat Rong Khun: Heaven and Hell on Earth

Wat Rong Khun or the White Temple in Thailand is the place where you can feel the atmosphere of hell and heaven. It looks like a magic castle. Its size, architectural style and interior are almost beyond imagination.

The White Temple was designed in 1997 by Chalermchai Kositpipat, a Thai artist. The construction work is expected to be finished by 2070. Can you imagine its magnitude? It is the case when people say, a picture is worth a thousand words.

#1 Once you enter the Temple there's no way back

#2 Because if you turn back you'll be in hell

#3 There are a lot of details at every turn

#4 Mythological creatures will meet you near the pond

#5 Rahu is the one who controls the fate

#6 The Golden Building at Wat Rong Khun

#7

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#8 Buddha

#9 Nobody will stay indifferent

And what about you? How does it strike you? Do you have any thoughts or ideas to share ? You are welcome to do so in the comments below!

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What are your thoughts on this subject?

25 Comments

mypineda

David Smith, how do you get out?

David Smith

Been there a couple of times its beautiful, and used to be free. Now there is a small charge.

lls

...Totally stunning! I would love to visit this place!

Leticia Olsen

😍Amazing! The artistry is just unbelievable!! Let’s just hope no one will destroy it!!🙏🏼

Neil Owen

The Wat is in Chang Rai Northern Thailand.

Denise Bruce

The author could have mentioned where exactly in Thailand the Wat is situated!

Sue Colvin

Wow!! What A truly amazing place. Such beautiful craftsmanship & Talent.

dkrise

They are all very beautiful I would love too see it once completed if I am still on earth 2070 is a long time away

Neil Owen

Myself and my wife have been there it is beautiful

Eve

I would love to see this personally.

Raymond Cardona

Wow some people's beliefs are just amazing. I guess there is some superstition to this beautiful temple and incredible work of aft. Bonnie

Don Racette

Linda Walters Indeed your husband and I agree YOU are indeed very beautiful.

fishrmn

Absolutely stunning detail on this. What does it signify or explain about Buddha? And other than a beautiful visual display what is its true meaning? I was in Thailand back in the 60s and there was nothing that compares to this.