How do I get to Chiang Rai Black House?

The bus takes Highway 1 (Thanon Phaholyothin) which is the main road out of Chiang Rai towards Mae Sai and takes around 20-25 minutes before you reach the drop-off point for the Black House.

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Who made the Black House?

Thawan Duchanee
About the Artist Born in 1939, Thawan Duchanee was a master artist from Chiang Rai Province who balked mainstream art and irrevocably influenced artistic expression in Thailand. Through paintings, sculptures, and other mediums (the Black House is one), he blended strong Buddhist beliefs with eclectic ideals.

What is Chiang Rai known for?

One of the most popular tourist destinations in all of Thailand, the Golden Triangle is renowned for it’s natural beauty and phenomenal scenery. The mighty Ruak and Mekong Rivers converge in this region, and the riverbanks are lined with golden Buddha statues, shrines to the royal family, and massive sculptures.

How far is the White Temple from Chiang Rai?

13km
The White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) is located 13km from Chiang Rai center, so you’re going to need some sort of transportation to get there.

How do you get to Huay Pla Kang?

Some facts about Wat Huay Pla Kang To get to the temple just cross the Kok River via the Mae Fah Luang bridge and continue until you reach the traffic lights of the new 131 bypass road.

How do I get to Blue Temple Chiang Rai?

How to Get to the Blue Temple. From Chiang Rai, the easiest way is by motorbike, taxi or tuk tuk, and the best way to explore all the landmarks around is to hire a guide to drive you and give you valuable information. For a day trip from Chiang Mai, hire a private guide to get the most out of it.

What is the White Temple in Chiang Rai made of?

white plaster
The main building of the temple is a simple concrete framed structure with a wooden roof. However, all the exteriors were covered in white plaster with glass inserts. The glass was used as a symbol of the wisdom of Buddha, and the white color represents the purity of the deity.

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