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- Alicia S227 contributionsIt is quiet and beautiful, with photographs of the main temple, smaller outlying structures, and the golden dwelling of the river boat that was used to transport the ancient monarch to his burial. Beautiful paintings and mosaics abound, and the main Wat has a large Buddha! Don't overlook the little entrance charge entering the complex.Written 14 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BTS1972Munich, Germany3,745 contributionsYou have to get up early to see the local monks walking to get their daily rations and gifts from the town's inhabitants. It is a very emotional and sacral moment that one rarely has the opportunity to see and take fotos of.Written 26 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rebecca K11 contributionsThere were many things to do around the city. We spent much time strolling around. A day tour to local vilalge and Kuangsi water fall was also worth doing. Laos people were friendly too.Written 20 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BTS1972Munich, Germany3,745 contributionsThis tempel is far older than the tempel on the palace area. It is next to the palace, so you can make a short stop over easily after visiting the former palace. Very intersting to see.Written 2 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- milliesmum2016Christchurch, New Zealand1,768 contributionsActually, I visited this Wat in the evening, in the dark. It was lovely. Everything was softly lit so you could look carefully and at leisure at the lovely carvings and applied decoration. There is a lovely standing Buddha of not inconsiderable height.
You will doubtless stumble across this Wat whilst wandering around town in the slightly cooler evenings.Written 27 March 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - DawidMWroclaw, Poland3 contributionsGreat place. I would recommend anyone who will be in Luang Prabang. Very nice people with a lot of knowledge about organic farming.Written 7 March 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- walkasoneBrisbane, Australia1,074 contributionsThis is the oldest continuously running temple in Lao. It is a rebuild after the original building made of wood was burnt by Black Haw riders in 1887. Adjacent is Wat Aham. When I visited in Sept 2019 the Buddha was being restored.Written 18 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Shelley MAlbany, New Zealand915 contributionsJust so much detail, you don't know where to look. The ceiling, walls etc are just beautiful. A real treasure to see. We spent about 50 minutes wandering around here as it started to get quite busy. You just can not believe the beautiful details and colours. There are nice cafes close for a cold drink afterwards too. Some tourists forgot how to be respectful and wore skimpy clothes and were very loud.Written 15 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Stephan OEnschede, The Netherlands686 contributionsWhile dryving around on our scooter, we discovered this temple on the outside of Luang Prabang. There was nobody else on the complex, just a young monk inside where you can sign in. There is no entree fee but you can give a donation. Inside are beautifull Darwins, and jou can club up, four stories high. The fourth floor can be reached by a very small and steep stairs. It is to small to stand on this floor or reached it with more then one person at the time. From the first floor there is a nice view over Luang Prabang.Written 31 July 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DawnDelVecchio34 contributionsThere's a lot of history here. When we visited the wt was undergoing repairs. Like parts of LP - and moreso the Chomphet side - it was drowning in too much garbage and plastic.Written 20 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- annminkyUnited States3,937 contributionsI learned about Big Brother Mouse through Trip advisor. I made it a point to visit this place. The staff there was really helpful as he explained the importance of these books for the children. BBM has a lot of individual books and packs of books ready for purchase. I didn’t volunteer reading books, but I did purchased several packs of books to take to the children at several schools. I visited 4 schools at the village, and the school principal appreciated these books.Written 10 May 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KGB777Singapore, Singapore41,221 contributionsThis is another attractive temple in the old quarter of Luang Prabang. Confusingly it is also known as Wat Souvannakhiri. It's a peaceful place and doesn't seem to get too many visitors (at least certainly not in the mid afternoon on a hot weekend in June when I visited).Written 2 July 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LuizDutraNetoRio de Janeiro, RJ8,560 contributionsJust a few meters away from famous "Wat Visounnarath" temple and its "That Mak Mo" stupa, you will find "Wat Aham", one of the most revered shrines of Luang Prabang. Also known as the "Monastery of the Blossoming Heart", the actual building dates from the beginning of the 19th century and was built on the site of a much older temple dating from the 16th century. This is a small temple and its prayer hall is decorated with colorful murals. The main Buddha image is set on a pedestal and is surrounded by some smaller Buddha images. Outside, two small stupas and two enormous "Banyan" trees (the Buddhist sacred"Bhodi") are believed to be home of "Thevatuluang", the guardian spirit of Luang Prabang. May "Thevatuluang" protect your journey through Laos - the "Land of a Million Elephants"! Enjoy!Written 12 October 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LuizDutraNetoRio de Janeiro, RJ8,560 contributionsAt only 3 kms out of the city's center (just 10 min by tuk-tuk), on the banks of the Nam Khan River, you will find the weaving village of Ban Phanon - the royal weaver of Luang Prabang's Court! You will see entire families working on their looms and weaving Lao traditional cotton and silk wares. The ancient art of weaving will be in front of your eyes! The whole village works on co-operative basis and its production is on sale right on the spot. A little haggling is always possible, if you feel like doing so ... There are other nearby weaving villages, as Luang Nam Tha and Sam Neava. Their products can also be found at Luang Prabang's Morning and Night markets. As a curiosity, while in Ban Phanon, it will be possible to visit the tomb of France's legendary explorer Henri Mouhot. He was the first occidental naturalist to explore the ruins of Angkor in Combodia. His memories - "Voyages dans les Royaumes de Siam, de Cambodge et de Laos", published posthumously, helped to popularize Angkor in the West. Henry Mouhot died of malaria in Naphan, near Ban Phanon, in 1861. Enjoy!Written 9 October 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ana-Maria BCluj-Napoca, Romania1,388 contributionsI went up for the sunset, like most people. The Stupa itself is simple, but the site overall is nice. However, it gets very crowded for the sunset, so you need to grab a good spot in advance. There are a few steps to get to the stupa, but pretty manageable.
I got some really nice photos, but can't say I enjoyed the experience too much as it was so crowded. Not anyone's fault though, it is what it is.Written 9 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
