Wat That Luang (Luang Prabang)
ວັດທາດຫຼວງ
A royal temple in the southwest of the old town, where the ashes of the last king, Sisavang Vong, rest inside a golden stupa.
Wat That Luang in Luang Prabang is said to have been founded in the 3rd century BCE. The current buildings date from a reconstruction in 1818, and it has long served as the temple for royal funerals. The golden great stupa at the center of the compound holds the ashes of King Sisavang Vong. The wood carvings on the main hall's gables are exquisite. Compared with Wat Xieng Thong, which draws crowds, this temple is much quieter, and it photographs beautifully in the soft light of the afternoon. Admission is about 10,000 kip. It lies between the Phousi market and the old town, about a 15-minute walk from the night market area, or a 5-minute ride by tuk-tuk.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Wat Manorom
- Luang Prabang Night Market
- UXO Lao Visitor Centre
- Royal Palace Museum (Haw Kham)
- Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre
- Phosy Market
- Luang Prabang Morning Market
- Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham