Experts' Choice Award Wat Xiengthong
4 expert reviews
“Temple dating back to the 16th century, set in a garden on the bank of the Mekong River. Located at the end of Souvannakhamphong Rd.”
– Travel + Leisure
Frommer's "considered to be the most magnificent temple in Luang Prabang... this is saying something since standards of breathtaking beauty and serenity in temple building in Luang Prabang are very high. " Full review
Fodor's "Luang Prabang's most important and impressive temple complex is Wat Xieng Thong, a collection of ancient buildings near the tip of the peninsula where the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers meet." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Luang Prabang's best-known monastery is centred on a 1560 sǐm (ordination hall)." Full review
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