Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Pha That Luang - Golden Symbol of Laos


The Pha That Luang is an imposing golden Buddhist Stupa in the center of Vientiane.  It is said that a Buddhist Relic, the breastbone of Lord Buddha is housed in this stupa. It is a national monument and a symbol of Laos and its culture. 

Destroyed by raiding parties from Burma, China and Thailand many times, the stupa has been rebuilt time and again, most recently by the French.

This video by nfsutton gives an idea of how this majestic golden landmark and shrine looks like.



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