Wat Xieng Thong is the holiest temple in Luang Prabang. It has been under royal patronage since 1560 when it was built by the great Lao King Setthathirat. It is one of only two wats to survive the 1887 Chinese Black Flag Haw invansion of Luang Prabang. Wat Xieng Thong is a typical example of the Luang Prabang style with low sweeping roofs and gold stenciled walls. One of the more unique features of this temple complex is the Red Chapel decorated with colored glass mosaics depicting scenes from everyday life.
Thursday, December 3, 2009
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