🛕 Wat Huay Pla Kang – Chiang Rai’s Towering Goddess of Mercy

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📍 Wat Huay Pla Kang, Rim Kok Subdistrict, Chiang Rai, Thailand — about 6 km north of Chiang Rai city center

Wat Huay Pla Kang is a stunning modern temple complex that combines Thai, Chinese, and Lanna architecture — best known for its enormous white statue of Guan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy. Rising nearly 100 meters on a hill, this serene figure watches over the valley, offering visitors both awe and calm.

🧭 Tips for Visitors:
• Visit near sunset when the statue glows against the sky
• Remove shoes when entering temple interiors and dress modestly
• The elevator to the top of the statue has a small fee — worth it for the view
• Ideal for families, photographers, and those interested in Buddhist symbolism
• Combine with nearby Blue Temple and White Temple for a full Chiang Rai temple day

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Post by Skytoucher R | Aug 2, 2025