Also written Wat pakham, this temple, situated on the point of the peninsula opposite Heritage House, is one of the only temples in town that has not (as yet) been renovated, which gives it a certain fascination, an authenticity that the other temples of the town don’t possess.
Its singular architecture is of North Eastern Laos inspiration, this temple provides many dwelling places for the bonzes.
A magnificent temple on the right side bank of the Mekong River
Wat Long Khun (or Long Khoun), the Monastary of the Happy or Blessed Song (Monastère du Chant (…)
300+ steps to reach an exceptionnal panoramic viewpoint
Built in 1804 during the reign of King Anourouth and ideally located at the top of Mount Phousi (…)
Built in 1512 or 1513, rebuilt in 1896-98 Wat Visounnalat was originally built during the reign of King Wisunarat (or Vixoun, 1501-1520) in 1513 (some suggest 1512) and represents the earliest (…)
About 2 miles from Luang Prabang, upstream from the Nam Khan river, you can find the Wat Phon Phau on top of a small hill which is looked after by female monks. Male bonzes are dressed in a yellow (…)
Temple neighbouring the Wat Sene and whose specificities are a That covered by earthenware, sheltering the representations of Buddha, as well as a large statue of Buddha in the garden. Many young (…)
This temple was renovated in 2006
This temple was renovated in 2006 after having been partially destroyed by a fire.
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Luang Prabang, Laos