Great Sacred Stupa (Pha That Luang)
6 expert reviews
“The city's most sacred monument, this massive, 147-foot-high, gold-painted stupa is also the nation's most important cultural symbol, representing the unity of the Lao people.”
– Fodor's
Frommer's
"This is the preeminent stupa in Laos, a national symbol that's an imposing 44m (144 ft.) high. " Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Svelte and golden Pha That Luang is the most important national monument in Laos; a symbol of Buddhist religion and Lao sovereignty." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The temple was built in 1566 and is now considered to be one of the most important national symbols in Laos." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Four kilometers from the center of Vientiane stands the beautiful gilded stupa." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The rain kept me cool, and combined with the early morning hour afforded me some peaceful, contemplative time without any other visitors - exactly how a walk on temple grounds should be." Full review