Vientiane - Haw Phra Kaeo (National Museum of Religious Art)

Haw Phra Kaeo

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Originally the Lao monarchy's royal temple, Haw Phra Kaeo has outlived its life as a temple. It has been converted into a musuem housing some of Laos' best Buddhist sculptures.

Admission: US$0.50
Hours of Operation: 8am-12pm & 1-4pm

Interesting Facts

Nearby Attractions

Wat Si Saket is a short walk. Plan to see both on the same day.

Built in 1655

It has been refurbished several times since. The current building does not fully resemble the original building design.

Lao Style Buddism

The museum presents you with an interesting variety of Lao styled Buddhist artifacts.

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