Wat Xiengthong
Buddhist temple · Louangphrabang ·

Wat Xiengthong

Buddhist temple · Louangphrabang ·

Stunning temple with low-sweeping roofs & mosaics

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Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
Wat Xiengthong by null
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V4WV+VFM, Khem Khong, Luang Prabang, Laos Get directions

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V4WV+VFM, Khem Khong, Luang Prabang, Laos Get directions

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Wat Xiengthong

John S.

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A beautiful Wat. No other way to describe it. Last visited in 2018 and just as beautiful as then, perhaps with a little more tourists. Personally found the late afternoon light was best choice for photos. Peaceful, charming and a little slice of Buddhist Laos.

CK C.

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Wat Xieng Thong located at the northern tip of the peninsula of Luang Prabang is a temple built by King Setthatirath around 1560. It occupies fairly large grounds and the main temple is lavishly furnished and beautiful. It served as a royal temple and a significant site for religious ceremonies, embodying the spiritual and artistic heritage of Laos.

Linde M

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A beautiful collection of temples large and small. The architecture and decorations of these temples are stunning and is very peaceful if it’s quiet. Please remember to be respectful: dress modestly, don’t be too loud, take shoes and/or hats off when stated, and don’t bother the monks! Entrance fee is 30,000k and you can only enter via the south entrance.

Luuk

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This temple is incredible! It is among the most beautiful ones that I have seen in SE Asia. Full of gold and decorations in- and around the main temple and its neighbouring temple. Best to visit at end of the day, since it is quiet then. During the day, it can be busy with busses full of (mainly Chinese) tourists that visit this temple with a tour in big groups.

Olly S.

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Lots of very intricate mosaics to see all over the side of the Wats. Inside there is a big golden Buddha statue. Not a massive site but a lot to see. Entrance costs 30K per person and you can rent a skirt to cover your knees for 10K

UEM

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Wat Xieng Thong is a stunning temple, famous for its elegant, low-sweeping roofs and intricate mosaics. Located where the two rivers meet, it’s a peaceful, must-see spot for anyone interested in classic Laotian architecture and culture.

Curvy K.

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Very beautiful temple which is spiritual heart of Laos and richly decorated. The 16th-century Wat Xieng Thong is a notable example of the town's sophisticated reliious architecture.

Betty J.

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worth to spend up to 30 mins to pass by, but unfortunately, no much info to know more about the history of this temple. Paying small entrance fees to help reserve this historical site.