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Wat Si Muang, Vientiane

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Find good fortune at Wat Si Muang, a wooden worship temple known for its good luck, attracting visitors to come and make a wish. If the wish is granted, people return to the temple to offer gifts and to give thanks for their fulfilled wish. Intricate details and carvings engulf both the inside and outside of the building, and the golden shade of the walls helps it stand out from the surroundings. Don't miss the golden Buddha statue that sits under a tree in the garden, in front of the temple. See Wat Si Muang and all Vientiane has to offer by arranging your trip with our Vientiane tour itinerary planner.

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By LPB-Review

One of the place i visit on 1st of May 2022, I heard my friend that this place is very sacred, can be blessed, and I have seen with my own eyes, it is different from many temples I have been,on the...

One of the place i visit on 1st of May 2022, I heard my friend that this place is very sacred, can be blessed, and I have seen with my own eyes, it is different from many temples I have been,on the... more »
By SanjaniWh

This is the most famous local temple of the city, very active and not so touristic. There is an interesting story behind it. It is definitely worth a visit if you want to witness Lao spirituality.

This is the most famous local temple of the city, very active and not so touristic. There is an interesting story behind it. It is definitely worth a visit if you want to witness Lao spirituality. more »
By Jason S

I enjoyed visiting this temple out of all the temples I saw in Vientiane this had the most locals coming and going praying to Buddha. So if you want to see where the locals go and there traditions...

I enjoyed visiting this temple out of all the temples I saw in Vientiane this had the most locals coming and going praying to Buddha. So if you want to see where the locals go and there traditions... more »

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By Peck Ong

Very popular worship temple among the local people.

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By Vincent Oliver

A popular temple for worshippers and tourists alike. Lovely prayer hall and dont miss the ornate ceiling and paintings just below the ceiling. A large yard with numerous other shrines and colourful deities. It is do varied it almost feels like a theme park. Free entrance, as it's a place of worship, but as a tourist, a donation is appropriate ( other musrum attractions mandate a 10000kip entry ticket)

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By Phoumana Phensisanavong

Way Simeuang, Vientiane Capital, Laos

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By paul cristina

Wat Si Muang or Simuong is a Buddhist temple in Vientiane, the capital of Laos. The temple is unusual in being divided into two rooms. The front room is quiet, with a monks able to give blessings. The rear room houses the large main altar, with statues and images of Buddha. The temple’s name comes from a young woman, Si Muang, who sacrificed herself over 400 years ago to appease angry spirits. She threw herself into a hole in the ground where the building’s central pillar was to be placed, and was crushed when the massive pillar was lowered into position.

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By Sa Si

Popular temple in Vientiane

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