Wat Rong Khun in Chiang Rai was designed, built and opened by the national artist Chalermchai Kositpipat. The article names no separate client, and the site is privately owned, with Chalermchai funding the rebuild himself, reportedly over 40 million baht. The infobox gives completion in 1997, and the text says it opened to visitors that year. However, the text also says work is ongoing, with completion not expected until 2070.
The infobox lists Thai Modern and Lanna architecture, and the text cites classic Thai elements such as a three-tiered roof and naga serpents. It uses a concrete frame, wooden roof, whitewash, mirrored chips, white plaster and glass inserts.
The 2014 Mae Lao earthquake damaged the temple. The artist first said he would demolish it, then announced restoration after engineers found no structural harm. Foreigners pay 100 baht, though the text also gives 200 baht in 2026, and Thai citizens enter free.
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