Pha That Luang (Lao: ທາດຫຼວງ or ພຣະທາດຫລວງ; pronounced [pʰā.tʰâːt lǔa̯ŋ] "Great Stupa") is a large, gold-covered Buddhist stupa in the centre of the city of Vientiane, capital of Laos. [1]

Apr 9, 2010 · Pha That Luang is a large gold-covered stupa located at the eastern side of Vientiane. It is considered Laos’ most important national monument, appearing in the country’s …

Pha That Luang is located in That Luang village, Xaysettha district, Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR. It is a centre of religion and culture and teaches people about Laos’ ancient culture and history. …

Dec 28, 2024 · Pha That Luang is a stupa covered in gold and not only a sacred monument, but also a national symbol. To understand its importance, just take a look at the currency, Laotian …

Svelte and golden Pha That Luang, the stupa located about 4km northeast of the city centre, is the most important national monument in Laos – a symbol of Buddhist religion and Lao …

The Pha That Luang or “Great Stupa” is the most important Buddhist monument in Laos. The large golden stupa in Vientiane is believed to enshrine a breast bone of the Buddha. The …

Aug 27, 2024 · As the living heart of Laos' Buddhist tradition, the city boasts a rich religious heritage, earning it a UNESCO World Heritage designation. Here are the 10 most beautiful …

Pha That Luang Pagoda, or Pha Chedi Lokajulamani, which translates as "World Precious Sacred Stupa", is considered the most important national monument in the country of Laos. Situated …

In 1566, King Setthathirath decided to move the capital city of Laos from Luang Prabang to Vientiane (Lan Xang Kingdom) and Pha That Luang was constructed to honor the shift, …

Apr 29, 2019 · Pha That Luang, or “The Great Stupa”, is a must-see Laos attraction which locates in its capital, Vientiane. It is a sacred Buddhist monument in Vientiane which is well known as …