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Buddhism sacred sites in Laos
Explore 10 sacred sites in Laos connected to Buddhism. Compare locations on the map and find respectful cultural and visiting guidance.
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Pha That Luang
Vientiane Capital, Vientiane, Laos
Pha That Luang, the great gold-covered stupa of Vientiane, is the holiest Buddhist monument in Laos and its national symbol....
That Ing Hang
Savannakhet, Savannakhet, Laos
Outside Savannakhet stands That Ing Hang, a three-terraced golden stupa marking the spot where, by legend, the ailing Buddha leaned against a hang tree to rest....
That Sikhottabong
Thakhek, Khammouane, Laos
On the Mekong's left bank a few kilometers south of Thakhek, That Sikhottabong rises nearly thirty meters in gold and white....
Wat Luang
Pakse, Champasak, Laos
On the banks of the Se Don in Pakse, Wat Luang is among the oldest and largest temples in the city....
Wat Manorom
Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang, Laos
Wat Manorom holds quiet significance among Luang Prabang's many temples. Founded in the 14th century during the golden age of the Lan Xang Kingdom, this active monastery...
Wat Muang Kang
Mouang Kang, Champasak, Laos
On the Mekong a short ride from Champasak town, Wat Muang Kang is the region's oldest active temple....
Wat Phousalao
Pakse, Champasak, Laos
On a hill across the Mekong from Pakse, Wat Phousalao crowns its summit with a large seated golden Buddha that gazes over the city and river....
Wat Xieng Mouane
Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang, Laos
In the heart of Luang Prabang's UNESCO heritage peninsula, Wat Xieng Mouane is a mid-19th-century royal-era temple whose name means 'Melodious Sounds.' Behind its gold...
Wat Xieng Thong, Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang, Laos
At the tip of Luang Prabang's peninsula, where the Mekong meets the Nam Khan, Wat Xieng Thong has stood since 1560....
Wat Xiengthong
Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang, Laos
On the northern tip of the Luang Prabang peninsula, where the Mekong meets the Nam Khan, Wat Xieng Thong gathers four centuries of Lao devotion under its low, cascading...
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