Wat May Souvannapoumaram

Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham was built in 1796, Wat Mai means New Monastery and was given its present name following restoration undertaken in 1821 by King Manthathourath. The temple is the largest in Luang Prabang and is well worth a visit. A modest 20,000 kip entrance fee is applied (less than 1 US dollar). The five-tiered roof is a wonderful sight to behold, especially from the elevated Thanon Sisavangvong. The cement covered relief on the front facade is covered in black lacquer which was then gilded, is magnificent.

Love to come sit opposite to this temple!! There entry fees so I didn’t go inside. Great to come during sunset too to see the colours of the sky change.

Beautiful temple and very ornate carvings with beautiful paintings and ceilings and walls. My experience was only marred by the lady who sold tickets for the entrance. It is stated clearly a ticket cost 20k Kip. I gave her 100k and clearly signed one with my finger. She just smiled ever so innocently and proceeded to take the money without giving me the change. I told her I only required one ticket and then ever so slowly started looking for change to be returned. This is the only reason I rated it 3 stars for not being honest

Very interesting and beautiful temple, with a beautiful interior design and multiple Buddha statues and a very special golden wall design. The ticket inside costs 20k for adults and the children are free. We came around 12:30 and the place was all to ourselves. There are no signs in English though and while there are some ancient structures outside, we were not able to figure out what they are :( This temple can be combined with the morning markets visit, the viewpoint or the palace museum. Also, there are multiple tuktuks waiting outside, so you don't need to worry about transportation.

Beautiful temple . Very busy over new year

Beautiful carvings on the walls of this temple. 20k kip entry.

This might have been my favorite temple in Luang Prabang. The building and its walls were so beautiful. There were beautiful, intricate carvings and drawings everywhere, and the gold someone didn't appear ostentatious in the slightest. This temple felt very much alive, but despite all the action and things happening here, it still had a peaceful and relaxing feeling. Aside from perhaps the more famous Wat Xiengthong, this should be at the top of your list for temples to visit in Luang Prabang.

We went at 5.30 am for the alms Giving Great to see.