- Only the pinnacle is covered in real gold; the remainder of the stupa is painted a gold color. The area around Pha That Luang is now gated, to keep out traffic.
- Come in November, when the most famous Buddhist festival in Lao-the Boun That Luang Festival takes place in Vientiane, primarily at The That Luang, tourists will...
- Boun That Luang also known as Pha That Luang Festival is held during the full moon during the 12th lunar month.
- The Pha That Luang is the scene of the country’s most important Buddhist festival, the Boun That Luang, held during the full moon of the 12th lunar month.
- Pha That Luang initial establishment has been suggested to be in the 3rd century. The local legend has it that Ashokan missionaries from the Indian Mauryan...
- In 1828, a Siamese army invaded the capital and left Pha That Luang in a heavily damaged state. Treasure hunters eventually dismantled it.
- The architecture of Pha That Luang reflects a blend of Lao, Khmer, and Buddhist influences, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Laos.
- The Architecture of Pha That Luang. Since time immemorial, That Luan has become a national symbol and also the country’s most revered monument.
- Pha That Luang is a national symbol of Laos, and a must-see for anyone visiting Vientiane. It is a huge, golden stupa that stands tall and proud, and its...
- The Pha That Luang Temple is one of the most representative places of Buddhism and the splendor of Laos, as well as being a monument of national pride.
