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Wat Phu Din
Overview:

Wat Phu Din is a centuries-old temple complex and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Laos. Dating back to over 1000 years, the site is an impressive collection of ancient and contemporary architectural styles, making it one of the oldest and most important Buddhist temples in Southeast Asia. Wat Phu Din
Facts:

The temple stands on a hill above the Mekong River in Vientiane, and is said to be the most sacred in all of Laos. Inside the temple are a variety of monuments, stupas and ruins, the most prominent being the tall Phu Din Stupa, the main focus of religious pilgrimage at the site. Wat Phu Din
History:

Wat Phu Din is believed to have been founded in the 11th century by King Setthathirath who, after conquering the capital city of Luang Prabang, chose the Phu Din hill as his temple of worship. In the 14th century, Buddhist monks from Southeast Asia and India further developed the site and, since then, it has been an important place of worship and pilgrimage for millions of Buddhists. Wat Phu Din
Travel:

The main attraction at Wat Phu Din is the Phu Din Stupa, which stands tall at the top of the hill, overlooking the Mekong River. Visitors can view the stunning architecture of the temple complex and learn more about the history of Buddhism in Laos. There is also a small shop at the entrance selling souvenirs and food.

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  1. City:

    Phuket

  2. country:

    ประเทศไทย

  3. country code:

    th

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