Wat Si Muang, Vientiane
Founded in 1566, Wat Si Muang, also known as Simuong, is another lovely Buddhist temple that is popular among both locals and visitors for its stunning bronze Buddha statues. The temple is famous for bringing good luck and wealth, particularly to those trying to have children. Wat Si Muang’s relatively modest construction is complemented beautifully by the elaborate wooden carvings and paintings. The temple is surrounded by ornate gates.
Tourists willing to check out the altar and the rest of the temple’s interior are advised to purchase flowers, incense sticks and candles from outside vendors to be used later at the altar. The entrance is from Setthathirath Road. Near the temple, there is a statue of King Srisavang Vong (1885-1959), who is known to have fathered 50 children.
Why You Should Visit:
Entrance is free and you can see how locals get blessed by the monks in the temple.
The architecture is just beautiful and there are a number of incredible gongs you are able to chime.
Tip:
Best time to visit is early in the morning and, if possible, on the 'Buddha Days' which occur every 14 days in accordance with the lunar calendar.
Look out for important relics, the pillar of Vientiane surrounded by Buddhas; including the Emerald Buddha and a melted Buddha that survived the fire which has destroyed the original temple.
Tourists willing to check out the altar and the rest of the temple’s interior are advised to purchase flowers, incense sticks and candles from outside vendors to be used later at the altar. The entrance is from Setthathirath Road. Near the temple, there is a statue of King Srisavang Vong (1885-1959), who is known to have fathered 50 children.
Why You Should Visit:
Entrance is free and you can see how locals get blessed by the monks in the temple.
The architecture is just beautiful and there are a number of incredible gongs you are able to chime.
Tip:
Best time to visit is early in the morning and, if possible, on the 'Buddha Days' which occur every 14 days in accordance with the lunar calendar.
Look out for important relics, the pillar of Vientiane surrounded by Buddhas; including the Emerald Buddha and a melted Buddha that survived the fire which has destroyed the original temple.
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Wat Si Muang on Map
Sight Name: Wat Si Muang
Sight Location: Vientiane, Laos (See walking tours in Vientiane)
Sight Type: Religious
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Sight Location: Vientiane, Laos (See walking tours in Vientiane)
Sight Type: Religious
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Vientiane, Laos
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Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
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Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles