Wat Xieng Muan, Luang Prabang
Wat Xieng Muan is an antique temple in Luang Prabang. The full name of this temple is at Xieng Muan Vajiramangalaram. It was built in 1853 by Phragna Sisonxay. This temple was restored and is preserved by the UNESCO project. It has a very specific construction, the roof, balustrades and walls being built in a very special style. Wat Xieng Muan also has a nice classroom, where novice monks study the art of painting, carving in wood and other skills.
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Sight Name: Wat Xieng Muan
Sight Location: Luang Prabang, Laos (See walking tours in Luang Prabang)
Sight Type: Religious
Sight Location: Luang Prabang, Laos (See walking tours in Luang Prabang)
Sight Type: Religious
Walking Tours in Luang Prabang, Laos
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Luang Prabang Introduction Walking Tour
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
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles