Wat Mahathat, Luang Prabang

Wat Mahathat, Luang Prabang

Wat Mahathat, also known as Wat That was established in 1548 by King Say Setthathirath. In 1900, the main hall of the temple suffered a terrible blow and was rebuilt in 1910. Since then, it has been restored several times, with some new and beautiful elements being added to the facade and to the interior of Wat Mahathat. It is one of the most richly decorated temples in Luang Prabang.

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Wat Mahathat on Map

Sight Name: Wat Mahathat
Sight Location: Luang Prabang, Laos (See walking tours in Luang Prabang)
Sight Type: Religious

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Luang Prabang Introduction Walking Tour

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Initially founded as a city-state in the 8th century AD, Luang Prabang served as a religious center spreading Buddhism introduced to the region by Sri Lankan missionaries. Centuries on, their legacy is still alive in the abundance of Buddhist temples, known as Wats. Among them are the magnificent gilded 16th-century Wat Xieng Thong, the former residence of the Laotian chief Buddhist; the Wat Mai...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles