Wat Manorom
ວັດມະໂນລົມ
One of Luang Prabang's oldest temples, housing a bronze seated Buddha about 6 meters tall, cast in the 14th century.
Wat Manorom is said to have been founded around 1372, and the Phra Bang Buddha image of the early Lan Xang kingdom is believed to have been enshrined here. The bronze seated Buddha in the main hall stands about 6 meters tall and weighs about 2 tons. Cast in the 14th century, it is one of the largest surviving ancient bronze Buddha images in Laos. Its arm was broken in war and later repaired. The temple lies in a residential area south of the old town. Visitors are few and the atmosphere is peaceful, and it can be combined with a walk to That Luang. Entry is usually free, or you can make a donation as you wish. Remove your shoes before entering the hall.
Opening hours
Open daytime
Nearby sights
- Wat That Luang (Luang Prabang)
- UXO Lao Visitor Centre
- Luang Prabang Night Market
- Royal Palace Museum (Haw Kham)
- Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre
- Wat Wisunarat (Wat Visoun)
- Wat Aham
- Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham