Wat Si Muang, Buddhist temple in Vientiane, Laos
The temple features two separate chambers: a front room with a monk offering blessings and a rear chamber containing the main altar with Buddha statues.
Originally constructed in 1563 during the Kingdom of Lan Xang, the temple was destroyed in 1828 by Siamese forces and rebuilt in 1915.
The temple houses the city pillar of Vientiane, where local residents perform rituals by lifting a small Buddha statue three times while making requests.
Located at the intersection of Rue Setthathirath and Rue Samsenethai, the temple welcomes visitors daily from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM without entrance fees.
A statue commemorates Si Muang, a pregnant woman who, according to local accounts, sacrificed herself during the temple construction to satisfy spiritual entities.
Location: Vientiane
Inception: 1563
Address: 15 Rue Bourichane, Vientiane, Laos Vientiane Vientiane
Phone: +8562099690409
Website: http://watsimuang.com
GPS coordinates: 17.95790,102.61700
Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:07
Laos combines Buddhist temples, waterfalls and caves. The temple complexes display religious art and architecture from different periods. The natural areas include waterfalls like Kuang Si, cave systems like Tham Kong Lo and mountain ranges with views over the Mekong. The country preserves its cultural and geological features.
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