Took a long
trip today to visit the northwestern town of Chiang Rai and the
"Golden Triangle" where Thailand, Myanmar and Laos meet across the
mighty Mekong river. The main highlight of our trip was Wat Rong Khun,
which is known almost universally as the White Temple. Actually it
is more of an art exhibit, in the form of a temple, containing a plethora of
religious symbolism.
The pieces
of mirror, which are embedded in the structure, reflect light in a manner which
really uplifts the spirits.
The height of the Naga-sided bridge hides the vast numbers of visitors crossing to the temple, thereby
enabling amazing views across the ornamental lake.
It is
strange to cross over “hell’ with hands reaching up in desperation, but the symbolism
of the bridge transporting one to enlightenment is awe inspiring, albeit
slightly marred by the “Keep moving!” orders relayed continuously by loudspeakers.
