Chomphet in Luang Prabang, Laos

Chomphet in Luang Prabang, Laos

Chomphet District is a district (muang) of Luang Prabang Province in northern Laos.  Chomphet District Luang Prabang Province

Vat Chomphet: Located across the Mekong river to the north of Ban Xieng Mene, Vat Chomphet is built on the top of a hill, and offers stunning views of Luang Prabang town and the river. The temple was built in 1888, and although currently undergoing renovation, the dragon and bird designs on the ceiling still retain their mystical power.

National Museum: The National Museum, constructed in 1904, is laid out in a cruciform shape and accessed from a side entrance. Various royal religions objects are displayed in the large entrance hall. Many gift from foreign envoys (including a rock brought back from the moon !) and religious and culture artifacts are on display including the Phabang(‘ Buddha image’), the gold standing 14th century Buddha image from which Luang Prabang derives  its name. The museum is open from 08:00 am to 11:30 am and 01:30 pm to 04:00 pm every day except Tuesday it is close for cleaning.

Wat Xieng Thong:  Built during the 16th Century by King Saysetthathirath and completed in 1560. Wat Xieng Thong temple is one of the most interesting exampl es of art and Buddhist architecture. The ornate carved and gilded funeral veh icle of the former kin g is kept in one of the buildings in the temple grounds. It is well worth visiting and paying your respects to this temple while in Luang Prabang. This temple was used to organize the highest Royal Ceremonies and houses the bones of King Sisavangvong. The intricate golden facades, colorful murals, glass mosaics and unique three-layered roof make this one of the most beautiful temples in Asia.    This temple is not only the most beautiful in Luang Prabang, but arguably one of the most spectacular in the entire country. It is a classic example of Luang Prabang style during the golden year of the Lane Xang kingdom and is noted for its gratefully sloping roof and glass murals.

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