Jump to content

White Temple Offers Flood Victims Free Vehicle Parking in Chiang Rai


snoop1130

Recommended Posts

Wat_Rong_Khun_-_Chiang_Rai.jpg

 

Chalermchai Kositpipat, founder of the renowned White Temple in Chiang Rai, has stepped forward to aid flood victims by offering free parking at the temple's extensive car park.

 

As northern Thailand grapples with severe flooding, Chalermchai announced via a live social media broadcast that the White Temple's parking lot would be available for affected residents to safely store their vehicles. The parking facility, capable of accommodating hundreds of vehicles, will also have security guards on duty to ensure the cars are well-protected.

 

"My parking lots are huge. The temple is a bit far from downtown, but it is safe to park cars here. I will take the best care of the vehicles," expressed Chalermchai, extending his heartfelt support.

 


 

 

 

Chalermchai, a celebrated national artist who designed and established the White Temple, exhorted the people of Chiang Rai to stay strong, stating, "Fight on together, because the situation is quite serious."

 

Since 1997, the White Temple, or Wat Rong Khun, has been a major tourist attraction known for its striking white architecture and cultural significance. This initiative underscores Chalermchai’s enduring commitment to his community, blending his artistic legacy with genuine humanitarian assistance.

 

File photo for reference only

 

news-logo-btm.jpg

-- 2024-09-12
 

news-footer-3.png

 

Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

  • Thumbs Up 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

59 minutes ago, brianthainess said:

Wats normally charge for parking ! that's a new one on me.

Huge tourist wat.  Actually quite nice, as we popped in, and besides us, just a few tourist there.  No entrance fee, and no issue parking 'then', free, and some decent food vendors around it, at the time.  

 

Drove by couple years later and yikes ... really crowded.

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.








  • Topics

  • Latest posts...

    1. 0

      Harris Leads Trump by 6 Points Following Debate Performance

    2. 0

      Kyle Clifford Charged with Murders of BBC's John Hunt’s Wife and Daughters

    3. 0

      Ensuring the UK Does Not Repeat The Mistakes of Allowing Grooming Gangs to Flourish

    4. 0

      The Cost of Delay: Amber Thurman's Preventable Death Highlights Dangers of Abortion Bans

    5. 0

      Hillary Clinton Criticizes Elon Musk for Disturbing Comments About Taylor Swift

    6. 0

      Meta Bans RT & Other Russian State Media for Foreign Interference

    7. 0

      “Queers for Palestine” Offered $1 Million to host a gay pride parade in Gaza or West Bank

    8. 0

      UK and Italy Strengthen Cooperation on Curbing Illegal Migration

    9. 0

      Prime Minister Starmer Defends Taking Donations Amid Criticism

    10. 202

      Israel Hamas War the Widening Middle East Conflict

    11. 33

      Are there any vape-free nightlife venues left?

    12. 2

      Thailand Live Wednesday 18 September 2024

    13. 0

      Social Media Outrage as Tourists Blatantly Urinates on Pattaya Beach

    14. 16

      Best Song of Past 100 Years? Your Vote?

    15. 589

      Second Assassination Attempt-Secret Service get Trump to safety

×
×
  • Create New...
""