Phra That Si Song Rak, Loei Province

Phra That Si Song Rak, Loei Province It was built as a witness to the mutual assistance between the King of Ayutthaya (Thailand) and King Sai Setthathirat of the Lan Xang Kingdom (Laos). Because at that time, Burma was powerful and invaded various territories to expand its power, the two kings thought that they should join hands for stability. Therefore, they made a pledge not to encroach on each other's territory. They jointly built a pagoda named "Phra That Si Song Rak" on the banks of the Man River as a witness of the truth of friendship. For this reason, those who come to pay homage to Phra That Si Song Rak are prohibited from wearing "red" clothes or carrying red objects into the area of ​​the pagoda because "red" can be compared to "blood" that is the result of war. Therefore, the ancient people forbade those who wear red clothes from entering the area of ​​the pagoda, which has become a tradition that has continued until today. This pagoda is in the Lan Xang style of art made of brick and mortar. The pagoda is 19.19 meters high, with a base 10.89 meters wide on each side. The base is square. Twelve-cornered wood, bell-shaped "square lotus" 📍 Dan Sai Subdistrict, Dan Sai District, Loei Province ⏰ 06.00-17.00 hrs. #Spiritual tourist attractions #Phra That Si Song Rak #Loei #Visit Loei