Wat Xieng Thong · Luang Prabang, Laos · Trailwind

LandmarkLuang Prabang, LaosLuang Prabang's most revered temple, Wat Xieng Thong was built in 1560 near the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers and is renowned for its…

Set in: Luang Prabang, Laos

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Visit early morning to see monks going about temple duties before tour groups arrive.

Walk around to the rear exterior wall to see the famous mosaic tree of life.

Dress modestly, covering shoulders and knees, as this remains an active place of worship.

Pairs well with

Kuang Si Falls, 11 mi away

Ban Ho Mosque, 218 mi away

Wat Phra Sing, 220 mi away

Chiang Mai Zoo, 221 mi away

Frequently asked questionsWhere is Wat Xieng Thong?Wat Xieng Thong is in Luang Prabang, Laos.What is Wat Xieng Thong known for?Luang Prabang's most revered temple, Wat Xieng Thong was built in 1560 near the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers and is renowned for its low sweeping roofs, gilded wooden reliefs, and a striking mosaic 'tree of life' on its rear wall made from colored glass and mirror fragments.Keep exploring

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