Wat Phonxay Sanasongkham, Buddhist temple in Luang Prabang, Laos.
The temple features three main entrance doors and exterior walls decorated with painted murals depicting traditional Buddhist narratives and stories.
Located along the Mekong River on Khem Kong Street, this temple has preserved its traditional architectural elements through generations of Buddhist worship.
The temple walls showcase red and white ceiling designs, while golden naga sculptures guard the main staircase, representing protective spirits in Laotian Buddhism.
Open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, visitors must remove their shoes before entering and maintain silence within the temple grounds.
The temple entrance features seven-headed gilded nagas, combining Buddhist architectural elements with local Laotian artistic traditions.
Location: ເມືອງຫຼວງພະບາງ
Address: V4RM+559, Luang Prabang, Laos Luang Prabang
GPS coordinates: 19.89040,102.13290
Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:48
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