Sala Kaew Ku, Nong Khai Province

The A's Feast — Sala Kaew Ku

■ Amidst the tranquil city of Nong Khai, Sala Kaew Ku appears as if it were another dimension, a realm of art, faith, and boundless imagination. It's not just a tourist attraction, but also the magnificent artwork of Grandfather Boonlue Sureerat, or Luang Pu Boonlue, whose visionary blends Buddhist art, Hinduism, and personal imagination, creating a vast sculpture garden in the heart of the city.

Step through the doors of Sala Kaew Ku, you'll be transported to a world of legends and teachings. Statues of various deities, angels, demons, and imaginary creatures are exquisitely arranged, some towering as high as 20 meters. Every detail of each sculpture is steeped in stories, from the Vessantara Jataka and Hindu mythology to the philosophical teachings hidden within the statues' solemn faces.

What sets Sala Kaew Ku apart? It's a profound expression of faith through art forms that are not confined to any one religion. Luang Pu Bunlue's beliefs, which blend Buddhism and Hinduism, have transformed into "the art of faith," reflecting the quest for liberation and the meaning of life.

Decades later, Sala Kaew Koo remains a place that encourages visitors to pause, reflect, and question the universe, life, and our beliefs.

■ Sala Kaew Koo, Mueang District, Nong Khai Province
■ Open 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
■ Admission: 20 baht for adults, 10 baht for children, 40 baht for foreigners

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