Situated behind the Mount Phousi, on the banks of the river Nam Khan, in the village where is concentrated most of the bars, this temple has two features that are worth the trip : a recently renovated ‘that’, as well as a representation of Buddha surrounded by a beautiful Bougainvillea.
Wat Aphai
Vihan and golden stupa of Wat Aphai pagoda
Stupa of Wat Aphai temple
Buddha in Wat Aphai pagoda
Koutis of Wat Aphai temple in Luang Prabang
Drum shelter at Wat Aphai temple, in Luang Prabang
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Wat Long Khun
A magnificent temple on the right side bank of the Mekong River
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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 reign of King Wisunarat (or Vixoun, 1501-1520) in 1513 (some suggest 1512) and represents the earliest (…)
Wat Phon Phao
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Wat Sopsikhalam
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 (…)
Wat Souvannakhiri
This temple was renovated in 2006
This temple was renovated in 2006 after having been partially destroyed by a fire.
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