Sacred places in the world
This temple in Chiang Rai is one of the more recent constructions on our list, having been built by Thai artist Chalermchai Kosipipat just two decades ago in 1997. The gleaming white structure is an ode to Buddha’s purity, as well as samsara—the cycle of birth, existence, and death. There’s a sculpture of hands raising up from the earth, seemingly from the underworld, beside the bridge leading into the temple, with warrior sculptures flanking each side. But Wat Rong Khun also shows its modernity in many art installations, including nods to superheroes and aliens.
To dress in sacred places, avoid overly revealing clothing and cover shoulders and knees, as this is a common requirement in churches, mosques, and temples. Women may need to cover their hair in certain religions, and it is best to wear loose-fitting clothing like long pants or skirts and longer sleeves. For men, long pants and shirts with sleeves are appropriate
