Wat Xiengthong
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Wat Xieng Thong is a Buddhist temple on the northern tip of the peninsula of Luang Phrabang, Laos. Built between 1559 and 1560 by King Setthathirath, Wat Xieng Thong is one of the most important of Lao monasteries and remains a significant monument to the spirit of religion, royalty and traditional art.
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Wat Xieng Thong is a Buddhist temple on the northern tip of the peninsula of Luang Phrabang, Laos. Built between 1559 and 1560 by King Setthathirath, Wat Xieng Thong is one of the most important of Lao monasteries and remains a significant monument to the spirit of religion, royalty and traditional art.
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Luang Prabang is one of my favorite towns in South east Asia! Located on the Mekong River, LP is an adorable and extremely charming French colonial town making it the perfect place to relax and slow down for a few days. I’ve been there 3 times and each time I fall more in love with it. Here are some things to do while you’re there, and the best part is they are all extremely inexpensive or even free. 1. 🧘🏻♀️Visit the temples, especially the gorgeous Wat Xieng Thong with its sparkling mosaic tiles and intricate details. 2. 🚴🏻♀️Hire a bike to cycle around or just walk and get lost in the cute little alleyways and down by river which borders the whole town on either side. 3. 💦Visit Kuang Si Waterfall about a 45 min drive. Trust me it’s incredible and one of the best waterfalls I’ve ever been to! 4. 🕉 Pak Ou Caves are home to over 4,000 Buddha statues and a short boat ride away. 5. 👛Go shopping! Aside from adorable little boutique shops selling handmade artisan goods, there is a giant night market every night with so many cool souvenirs such as art, jewelry and textiles that you won’t want to miss! 6. ☕️Grab a coffee or cocktail at one of the cute cafes down by the river, especially for sunset as the golden sun sparkles over the river. 7. 🍚 Wake up at 5:30am to participate in the alms ceremony with the Monks. You can either just go and watch the procession of hundreds of monks walking by or give them a small offering. What else am I missing? Let me know if you’d like to visit this gem. . . . #luangprabang #luangprabanglaos #laos #kuangsiwaterfall #visitlaos #laosdaily #laostrip #laostravel #laostourism #southeastasia #southeastasiatrip #dreamingtravel #welivetotravel #welivetoexplore #gltlove #damestravel #darlingescapes #babesthatwander #solofemaletraveler #travelreel #fyp #foryoupage #traveltips #travelawesome #womenwhoexplore #thingstodo #travelitinerary #itinerary #travelvlogger #travelvlogs
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All that glitters is gold 💫 Not “just another temple!” Wat Xieng Thong in Luang Prabang is definitely worth a visit even if you are templed out! It’s absolutely gorgeous and covered in shimmering gold and colorful mosaic tiles that sparkle in the sun! ✨ The best part was having this gorgeous temple all to myself to explore! What’s your favorite temple in South East Asia? : : : #watxiengthong #laos #laostagram #laostravel #anothertemple #buddhisttemple #templesofinstagram #laoslife #laostrip #luangprabang #visitlaos #templearchitecture #placestovisit #unesco #unescoheritage #gltlove #culturetrip #ourlonelyplanet #traveltips #travelbloggers #mekongmoments #mekong #womenwhoexplore #womenwhotravel #girlpowertravel #paidtotravel #southeastasiatrip #southeastasiatravel #silkroad
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The history of Wat XiengThong Wat Xiengthong was built in the 16th century by King Say Setthathirath from 1559 to 1560, which is situated close to the Mekong River and about 300 meters from the Nam Khan River. Wat Xiengthong is one of the oldest and the most beautiful monasteries in Luang Prabang which is praised as the architectural essence of Luang Prabang for its historical and artistic values. This temple was especially taken care of by King Sisavangvong and Sisavang Watthana following the restoration and preservation by the great monk Kham Mao in the temple. Wat Xiengthong is a symbol of the great historical importance. This magnificent masterpiece is a representative of the typical Laotian architecture, demonstrated by the Sim (called Phutthasima), the Triptaka library, the worship hall, the pagoda and the Buddha image statues. The Sim of Wat Xiengthong was restored in 1928 and during 1952 – 1960. The construction of a new Hor Kong was carried out at the same time as the construction of a funeral chapel for King Sisavangvong which started in 1962. The funeral chapel was designed by Chao Manivong Khattiyarath (the national artist on year for architecture, 2010) and the carving was carried out by Phia Tan (the national artist on year for sculpture, 2010), both of whom were the carvers of Luang Prabang at that time. The last major restoration in 2015 focused on the glass mosaic decoration, the central spike on the roof. The recent restoration replaced some parts of the buildings with new materials but the original structure was largely preserved.
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Luang Prabang is renowned for Buddhist temples of outstanding beauty with Wat Xieng Thong an outstanding example. A symbol of great historic importance, this magnificent masterpiece is characteristic of the Luang Prabang style and features an elaborate tree of life mosaic, intricately carved walls, rare Buddhist deities and a 12-metre high funeral carriage. Also known as the ‘Golden Tree Monastery’, Wat Xieng Thong acts as a gateway to Luang Prabang as it is strategically situated close to where the Mekong joins the Nam Khan River. This site is famous as the location for the coronation of Lao kings and as an important gathering place for significant annual festivities. The original temple was created in 1560 under the royal instruction of King Setthathirath and narrowly missed invasion on several occasions, nevertheless time took hold and much-needed remodelling took place during the 1960s. The temple still remains in its original form with repairs undertaken to the roof, and gold leaf gilding and gold lacquering restoration added to the walls and entrance.
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One of the top attractions in Luang Prabang. The temple is very beautiful, and there are multiple intricately decorated buildings to admire. The designs are very detailed, sophisticated and traditional, making this temple a masterpiece of work. The ceiling and mosaic making up the temple is filled with depictions of Dharmachakras. The mosaic of the tree of life was one of the most impressive art in this attraction, and one should take some time to appreciate the art here. This temple likely contributed to Luang Prabang’s status as an UNESCO Heritage Site, given the sophisticated and ornate architecture of this place. Note that as this is a religious site, be sure to dress appropriately (i.e. no shorts, no singlets, no slippers). Also be respectful especially within the temple, as it is still an altar for prayers. There are some spots that tourists frequently pose with too, so do keep a lookout for them. Entrance fee is 20.000 kip for foreigners, and it is well worth the money to visit this temple.
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Nearby Attractions Of Wat Xiengthong
National Museum
Royal Palace
Garden of Eden Luang Pra Bang
Haw Pha Bang
Wat Sensoukharam
Gelato del Lao
Heuan Chan Heritage House
Wat Sensoukharam
Khopfa Mekong Cruise
Elephant Village Sanctuary & Resort
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