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Vat Visounarath, Luang Prabang

3.6
#47 of 166 in Things to do in Luang Prabang
Landmark · Tourist Spot
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  • By LuizDutraNeto
    This is probably the oldest and still active temple in Luang Prabang! Almost unbelievable! "Wat Visounnarath" was built around 1512 by King Visounnarath, according to the characteristics of the early....  more »
  • By 929larrym
    Probably my least favorite temple in LP, oldest one town but bland and uninspiring, okay for a stop a view That Makmo!  more »
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