Visiting the pagodas
Luang Prabang is an exceptional town simply because of the concentration of so many temples in such a small area.
Even though it was almost completely destroyed at the end of the XIXth century, it was rebuilt identically and today, represents a rare heritage in S.E. Asia.
You can see in the article on architecture, a specific part of which is devoted to religion, where all the details of these buildings are given, as well as on the site Oriental Architecture which we used as a basis for our work.
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Wat Long Khun
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 (…)
Phousi Mountain & That Chomsi
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 (…)
Wat Visoun (Visounnalat)
Built in 1512 or 1513, rebuilt in 1896-98 Wat Visounnalat was originally built during the (…)
Wat Phon Phao
About 2 miles from Luang Prabang, upstream from the Nam Khan river, you can find the Wat Phon (…)
Wat Sopsikhalam
Temple neighbouring the Wat Sene and whose specificities are a That covered by earthenware, (…)
Wat Souvannakhiri
This temple was renovated in 2006
This temple was renovated in 2006 after having been partially destroyed by a fire. Situated at (…)
Wat Tchoum Khong
Founded by Pakhu Keo in 1843
The Wat Tchoum Khong (which means ’Temple with the heart of a Gong) was constructed under the (…)
Wat Aphai
Situated behind the Mount Phousi, on the banks of the river Nam Khan, in the village where is (…)
Wat Nong Sikhounmuang
Temple sheltering one of the largest pagodas in Luang Prabang, which was recently renovated. (…)
Wat Aham
Probably constructed at the beginning of the XIXth century
Wat Aham signifies "The Monastery of the Blossoming Heart". This temple was surely a place for (…)
Wat Phon Sai
A perfectly restored temple sheltering a pagoda, beautifully covered with frescos representing (…)
Wat Si Boun Heuang
The temple is in essence a sacred place where everybody must respect the rules. In Laos, pagodas (…)
Wat Pak Kham
Also written Wat pakham, this temple, situated on the point of the peninsula opposite Heritage (…)
Wat Sene Souk Haram
Constructed in 1718 by king Kitsarath
Wat Sene Souk Haram or literally "Temple of a 100 000 treasures" is one of the most beautiful (…)
Vat Mai Suwannaphumaham
Built late 18th century, 1821, and onward
The Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham or Wat Mai (New Monastery) is one of the biggest and most beautiful (…)
Wat Xieng Thong
Constructed in 1560 by king Setthathirat
The Wat Xieng Thong, "monastery of the golden city", is the religious emblem of Luang Prabang (…)
Wat Ho Xieng
Constructed at the beginning of the XVIIIth century
This temple was called on to honour a ceremony which took place in 1548 and was presided by King (…)
Wat Xieng Mouane
This temple, situated in the centre of town, is very peaceful. You can admire the numerous (…)
Wat That
Litterally : "the Stupa temple"
This temple and its garden are surely the most beautiful in Luang Prabang. It is the centre for (…)