The uncountable number of temples in a small country like Laos shows the importance of religion in the country. You must see the temples in Laos to believe how many, how immense and how beautiful they are. Travel and tourism through various parts of Southeast Asia can bring new experiences to visitors.
The cultural heritage will fill you with the oriental flare. Throughout Southeast Asia – Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar, etc. where Buddhism is the religion of the majority of the population, you will find numerous temples.
You will witness the most breathtaking pieces of Buddhist architecture in your Laos tour. Theravada Buddhism is reflected in Laos’ language, temples, art, literature and performing arts which leave visitors truly bewitched. The country has approximately 22,000 monks and 450 nuns. Widowed, older women generally serve and reside in the temples in Laos.
Luang Prabang, a city full of surprises, is the oldest city, was previously the capital city of Laos and is listed as the world heritage by the UN. You can find quite a number of Laos’ Temples in the city. The creative art by the makers of the temples is eye-catching and most tourists like to get them on film or digital imaging.
Famous Temples
Some famous Laos temples are:
Wat Manolom built in the 14th century (1378-79)
Wat Visoune built in 1540
Wat Xiangthong built in 1560
Wat Sene Soukalam in 1718
Wat Luang built in 1818
Wat Mai built in the 15-16 century
Wat Phrakeo built in 1565
Wat Sisaket built in 1824
Wat Ong Tue built in the 15th century
Wat Inpeng built in 16th century
Wat Thatluang
Wat Sokphaluang
Wat Simoung
The most important temples are Wat Phabat Phonesane and Wat Naganimid. Wat Naganimid has 100 stairs and is surrounded by huge trees which add to the appeal of the place. Most tourists in Laos visit and tour these historic and religious places. Laos’ temples will surly be sites to remember and treasure.
