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Religious Sites in Luang Prabang
Religious Sites in Luang Prabang, Laos
Religious Sites in Luang Prabang
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Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites
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- Dannuel U34 contributionsWat Xieng Thong is an iconic temple that should be on every visitor's itinerary when exploring Luang Prabang. Renowned for its architectural beauty, the temple stands as a prime example of classic Lao design, with its sweeping, low-tiered roofs and intricate details. The ornate carvings, mosaics, and gilded decorations inside and out reflect the rich cultural and religious history of the region.Written 22 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DotsGirl2Vancouver, Canada452 contributionsWe went here but found out it was closed to tourists. The outside is stunning . Aroind the grounds you can see the temple dragon boats and another building housing a large BuddhaWritten 13 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- milliesmum2016Christchurch, New Zealand1,771 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. - Shelley MAlbany, New Zealand905 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.
- KGB777Singapore, Singapore41,326 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.
- Ana-Maria BCluj-Napoca, Romania1,353 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. - Wandering WonderingsHastings, UK3,243 contributionsA great little temple to visit in Luang Prabang. Well maintained and intricate gold leaf, it really is worth a little of your time to visit.Written 17 September 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Wandering WonderingsHastings, UK3,243 contributionsA small temple which is compact to look round. You can tell this has been build within the last 50 years as it is in great condition. The paintwork is beautiful.Written 17 September 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Phouma PVientiane, Laos40 contributionsSo, if you want to take you meditation, it place is very nice and quiet to stay, not so far from Luangprabang cityWritten 6 September 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jeanette BKirby-le-Soken, UK51 contributionsVery old Wat where it is possible to observe monks going about their daily business .
Very quiet and not full of tourists so worth the short treck outside the main city area.Written 11 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ameyajoshiPune, India594 contributionsThis place is located a little off the beaten track but is very peaceful and lively.
Being away from the crowd means that it is sereneWritten 3 November 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Marco LuangprabangLuang Prabang, Laos360 contributionsA nice temple not far from the entry of Phousi Mountain and near some nice bar where take cocktails like Opera and Maolin. During the sunset around 6pm is interesting see the monks chantingWritten 8 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Larry MVientiane, Laos586 contributionsOne of many smaller temples along main road in Old Town near Wat Xieng Thong, worth a short photo op and visit.Written 14 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Vikki GPeterborough, Canada193 contributionsI really liked this temple. It’s very quiet, relaxed and free of charge to visit. I wandered around for a while and saw only one other person. There are more than one set of stairs in to the grounds as well.
It’s very beautiful.Written 28 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Larry MVientiane, Laos586 contributionsNice small temple at the end the Ancient town peninsula, well maintained and picturesque, worth a short stop and photo.Written 16 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
