Laos · Stupa
Pha That Luang
A golden stupa in Vientiane that serves as a major Buddhist sanctuary and a symbol of Lao historical identity.
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Sacred places in Laos
Three starting points for a deeper relationship with place.
Learn the history, notice the different traditions, and follow the sources. Local communities and custodians determine access and appropriate participation; inclusion here does not mean a place is currently open to visitors.
Laos · Temple landscape
Vat Phou
A temple landscape near Champasak whose architecture links mountain, water and the development of Khmer religious traditions.
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Laos · Monastery
Wat Xieng Thong
A Luang Prabang monastery whose buildings and decoration connect royal patronage with Lao Buddhist practice.
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