The World’s Sacred Places

Sacred Places

Discover a curated guide to significant sacred places, pilgrimage traditions, architecture, documented history and practical visitor information across cultures and faith traditions.

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Wat Rong Khun

Chiang Rai, Mueang Chiang Rai, Thailand Buddhism

The internationally known White Temple of Chiang Rai, a contemporary Buddhist sacred-art complex created by Chalermchai Kositpipat.