November 22 Saturday : Drive to Chiang Rai, Wat Rong Khun [white temple], Khun Korn Forest Park Waterfall, Huai Mae Sai Waterfall, Wat Huay Pla Kang temple, Guan yin statue, Wat Rong Suea Ten Temple[Blue temple],Wat Phra Kaew

STAY: Lanmuanghouse, Chiang Rai

Chiang Mai-Chiang Rai is an easy drive. Road n. 107 or n. 118.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/WQbJuLpkpo9YKVvc6 Ching Rai to Chiang Mai, 184km, 2hr40min ideally

Lanmuanghouse Two-Bedroom Apartment 64/2 ตํา บล.ท่าท่ สาย ถนน.เสริมราษฎร์ อํา เภอ.เมืองเชียงราย,57000 Chiang Rai,

https://maps.app.goo.gl/nP5g951WJY5hwxGq7 Chiang Mai [Nimmana Haeminda Rd Lane 15,Tambon Su Thep, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai,] top sights, Lanmuang house apt, 285 km, 6hr

Wat Rong Khun [white temple]

177 km, 3hr, 50baht, 8-6 ]then go to Lanmuanghouse our apt for keeping bags if possible

The primary structure of the temple is made of a basic concrete frame and a wooden roof. Viewed from a distance, it appears to be crafted from sparkling porcelain, but on closer inspection it becomes evident that the dazzling effect is achieved through a blend of whitewash and transparent mirrored chips. The outer surfaces are adorned with white plaster and incorporated glass inserts

original Wat Rong Khun was in a bad state of repair. Funds were not available for renovation. Chalermchai Kositpipat, a local artist from Chiang Rai, decided to completely rebuild the temple and fund the project with his own money. To date, Chalermchai has spent over 40 million THB of his own money on the project, work is still on, expected to be complete by 2070!

When completed, the white temple compound will have nine buildings, including the existing ubosot, a hall of relics, a meditation hall, an art gallery, and living quarters for monks

The Gold in the entrance building signifies Man's quest for material possessions, our endeavor must be to attain the purity/detachment of White color in the final building

Khun Korn Forest Park Waterfall

[20km drive to waterfalls]Super impressive waterfall for free! About

40min drive from the city center. Beautiful waterfall well worth the 3km round-trip walk to see it. The falls are about 40m high and the walk up goes through pristine jungle.

Poisonous viper snake WARNING!!

Wat Huay Pla Kang temple, Guan yin statue

8.5 km away from the city. The walk up the 9 Floor Pagoda was impressive . amazing view from up there. For the white statue, you can get an elevator for 100 Bhat,

Wat Rong Suea Ten Temple[Blue temple]

FREE, 7-8 vibrant masterpiece, with its stunning blue facade and intricate gold accents that shimmer under the sun. inside, murals depicting Buddhist stories.

Wat Phra Kaew

7am-6pm, original home of the Emerald Buddha (now in Bangkok) replica here

Located in the heart of the city near the Chiang Rai Night Bazaar, this temple is easily accessible

The temple complex is beautifully maintained, with lush gardens, intricate statues, and vibrant Lanna-style buildings adorned with red and gold details.

The main hall houses a replica of the Emerald Buddha, crafted with exquisite detail, and the surrounding murals depicting Buddhist tales are mesmerizing.