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Wat Mahathat, Luang Prabang

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#17 of 25 in Historic Sites in Luang Prabang
Religious Site · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot
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  • By KGB777
    This is quite an ornate temple building located a short distance from the centre of the old quarter. If you don't mind a short walk and if you aren't already well and truly sick of temples then this.....  more »
  • By Rochelle B
    Another lovely wat in Luang Prabang. Set in lovely serene grounds, the intricate gold gilt make this place beautiful.  more »
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  • By Iain Laslett
    After you have five or six temples it is more difficult to become excited. Again this temple was very ornate and a pleasant place to visit and walk around. The temple ground were quite large and it was nice to see some monks in attendance.
  • By yves frombelgium
    Very beautiful temple in the center of Luang Prabang, strangely enough no other visitors here, very quiet and peaceful...check out the murals here, very impressive!
  • By Ramlee Tamin
    This Wat has a fairly large compound and located right in town. Like many Wats here multiple-head dragon in silver can be seen at the main walkway and at the entrance. The building is lavishly decorated.
  • By Stuart C
    Nice peaceful old temple with hardly any tourists
  • By Chen Yoong Wan
    Nice temple and less tourist
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