Laos: Large standing Buddha in outer chapel building, Wat Sene (Saen), Luang Prabang

Wat Sene (One Hundred Thousand Temple), also known as Wat Sensoukaram or Sensoukharam, was built in 1714. The name refers to the value of the donation with which it was constructed. This temple is different in style from most others in Luang Prabang, and can be identified as central Thai in style. The sim (ordination hall) was originally constructed in 1718 but was restored twice in the 20th century.

Luang Prabang was formerly the capital of a kingdom of the same name. Until the communist takeover in 1975, it was the royal capital and seat of government of the Kingdom of Laos. The city is nowadays a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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