[2025 Luang Prabang Attraction] Travel Guide for Wat Mahathat (Updated Apr)

Lanna style stupa When you have visited Wat Mahathat know as local Wat That Noi, The important Buddhist temple in luang prabang then you will be Surprising with a large blackish stupa with Lanna style which sets on a square base at the Beside of the Main SIM. It was built in the middle of 16th century, during the reign of Setthathirath, King of the Lan Xang Kingdom. The niches on the upper part of the stupa contain gilded standing Buddha images in the calling for rain mudra. The stupa is topped by a slender spire and a multi tiered golden parasol. Around it are several more recent and smaller stupas. A small stupa adorned with colorful mosaics contain the ashes of Prince Phetsarath, leader of the anti French Lao Issara movement. Two other stupas contain the ashes of Prince Souvanna Phouma and of Prince Souphanouvong. You could go there by foot from Old town, and expect out more about the historical of those temples and stupa which is so interesting. Address- Ban Hua Xiang, Chao Fa Ngum Rd, Luang Prabang. Daily open hours: 8:00- 18:00 and Free entrance #solotravel#luangprabang

#asiatrip Wat Mahathat is located in the middle of old town Luang Prabang, It is an important Buddhist temple for Buddhism society in luang Prabang. The monastery was built by King Setthathirath in 1543. It was built similar to Lanna kingdom architecture, especially the black stupa, which stood in front of the temple. Nowadays, this Buddhist temple has become a historical site, it is an tourist attractions to those who arer is interested in Buddhist cultural and ancient architecture with great murals paintings on the big pillar and walls of the temple. Address- Chaofa Ngjm Rd, Thongcharoen village, Luang Prabang, Laos. #localguides#historicculture

#2024wish In late 2023, I embarked on a captivating journey to Wat Mahathat in Luang Prabang. This ancient temple, adorned with intricate carvings and crowned by a very old stupa, held a serene charm that transcended time. As I explored the sacred grounds, the whispers of history echoed through the air, leaving an indelible mark on my soul. Sunset bathed the stupa in a golden glow, casting a spell of tranquility. The ethereal beauty of Wat Mahathat lingered in my memories, a testament to the spiritual richness of Luang Prabang. As the year drew to a close, I found myself yearning for another visit. In 2024, I wish to go there again, to witness the sacred beauty and unravel more secrets held within the ancient walls.