Wat Huay Pla Kang (Big Buddha), Chiang Rai

Wat Huay Pla Kang (Big Buddha)

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Entrance Fee
Free; elevator up the statue ~40 THB
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Opening Hours
07:00–18:00
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Time Needed
45 min–1 hour
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Distance from City
~8 km northwest — short Grab ride

About Wat Huay Pla Kang (Big Buddha)

An enormous white Guan Yin statue on a hilltop — you can ride an elevator up to eye level for a panoramic view of Chiang Rai.

Local tip: Locals often call it 'Big Buddha' but the statue is actually Guan Yin, the goddess of mercy. Late afternoon light is best for photos. Close enough that a Grab there and back is cheap and easy.

ⓘ Researched online, not re-verified on the ground since 2026-08-09 — please double-check locally.

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✦ This place is part of the Chiang Rai 7 Highlights Tour

Prefer not to plan the logistics? A local join tour covers this stop and six more in one day, with a licensed guide and hotel pickup.

See the 7 Highlights Tour