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Brigitte Wimberger
February 17, 2023
Hiking
The sim and ambulatory surrounding the temple complex contain a unique collection of Buddha images of various styles and eras.
Crafted from wood, stone, silver, bronze or clay.
There are 10,136 small Buddha figures in the niches on the inner walls, and another 120 larger statues of the Enlightened One on the floor.
Crafted from wood, stone, silver, bronze or clay.
There are 10,136 small Buddha figures in the niches on the inner walls, and another 120 larger statues of the Enlightened One on the floor.
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•Brigitte Wimberger
February 17, 2023
Hiking
The historical highlight of Vientiane goes back to King Anouvong, who had the temple built on the grounds of the royal palace in 1818 as an expression of the awakening national pride of the Laotians.
Coronation ceremonies of Laotian kings were once held in the pagoda.
Today the facility is a museum.
Coronation ceremonies of Laotian kings were once held in the pagoda.
Today the facility is a museum.
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•Andi
April 25, 2025
Hiking
Wat Si Saket is the oldest temple in Laos' capital, Vientiane, and a popular destination for devout Buddhists and many tourists. With its pagodas and 19th-century murals depicting the life …
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5.0
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4
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11.8km
02:59
30m
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
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6.21km
01:35
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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