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Luang Prabang's Lesser-known Temples | 500 Years of History | Great for Photography

When I had not yet visited Laos, I knew nothing about this place. Arriving in Luang Prabang, Laos, this is a paradise of slow pace. There are many temples in Luang Prabang, such as Xiangtong Temple, Maifosi Temple, and so on. But the oldest historical site in Luang Prabang is still the Wat Visounnarath temple. 🕙[About History] The temple was founded by King Visounnarath in 1513. In 1887, the temple was burned down by Black Flag invaders and was rebuilt in 1898. The famous Buddha statue of Pha Bang is located here. Once stored twice in this ancient temple. 📷[Photography Guide] ❶ Temples are mostly white, and people wear floral shirts and local costumes. 2. Temples are in the category of architecture, and wide-angle shots can easily produce great photos. 3. Shooting at an angle can better highlight the contrast between the people and the temple. 🏯Almost no tourists in the temple, plenty of room for development. 🏠[About Luang Prabang] As the former capital of Laos, Luang Prabang is the city with the best atmosphere in Laos. The prices are very low and the massages are comfortable. There are many delicious foods, such as Lao hot pot, Lao coffee, seafood barbecue, and Southeast Asian sweet and spicy flavors, which are really tempting. Rent a small motorcycle and ride freely in the old town, feel the wind, take a sunset cruise and watch the sky slowly fall. Sit quietly in a bar at night, this is the life in Luang Prabang.
Posted: Feb 28, 2023
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