Wat Manorom, Buddhist temple in Luang Prabang, Laos
The temple complex includes a congregation hall with elaborate golden reliefs and exterior walls covered in paintings depicting Buddha's life teachings.
Founded in the 1370s by King Samsenethai, Wat Manorom experienced multiple reconstructions after invasions, with the current main hall built between 1971 and 1972.
The temple maintains the largest community of resident monks in Luang Prabang, functioning as a primary educational center for Buddhist studies.
Located outside the former city walls, the temple welcomes visitors daily to view its 6-meter bronze Buddha statue, the oldest in Luang Prabang.
The temple's bronze Buddha statue bears marks from the Franco-Thai War when French forces attempted to remove its arms, later replaced with gold-leafed cement.
Location: Luang Prabang
GPS coordinates: 19.88271,102.13277
Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:14
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