That Luang, Vientiane

Wat That Luang, Vientiane, Lao PDR It is considered an extremely old pagoda. According to legend, That Luang was built at the same time as the city of Vientiane. The pagoda is 45 meters high and resembles a lotus bud, which is a symbol of the Buddha's teachings. Inside, the relics of the Buddha are enshrined on a square base, 69 meters long on each side to the east and west, surrounded by 323 sema stones and with worship halls on all four sides. In front of That Luang, Vientiane, there is also a monument to King Saisetthathirat, one of the greatest kings of the Lan Xang Kingdom. 📍 Vientiane, Lao PDR 💵 30,000 kip/person #Songkran2024Travel #ThatLuangVientiane #Vientiane #Laos