Wat Ong Teu, Vientiane

Name: Wat Ong Teu
Address: Vientiane, Laos

#12 among attractions in Vientiane

Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites

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Wat Ong Teu Mahawihan is one of many Buddhist monasteries in the city of Vientiane in Laos. This name is given to the temple due to the large, bronze Phra Ong Teu Buddha image that is in the temple: the largest Buddha in Vientiane. This temple was initially constructed by King Setthathirath I in the 16th century when Laos was being bombarded by the Burmese, but was later demolished during a foreign invasion. Thus, it may have gone through many reconstructions during the 19th or 20th century to attain the appearance it has today. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 17°57'56"N, 102°36'14"E

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Day trips

Wat Ong Teu – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Talat Sao Mall, Patuxai, Laos National Stadium, Wat Si Saket.

0.7 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Talat Sao Mall, Vientiane
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vientiane, the capital city of Laos, Talat Sao Mall presents a modern shopping experience in a locale that beautifully juxtaposes contemporary commerce with traditional Laotian life. Known as the Morning Market, this shopping centre is a hive of...
1 miE
Landmark arch and war memorial
Patuxai, Vientiane
27 min walk • Patuxai, often referred to as the Arc de Triomphe of Vientiane, stands as a powerful memorial and one of the most iconic landmarks in the heart of Laos's capital city. This grandiose monument, whose name translates to "Victory Gate," is dedicated to those who fought...
~1880 ftNE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Laos National Stadium, Vientiane
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vientiane, the bustling capital city of Laos, stands the Laos National Stadium, a vibrant hub for sports and cultural events. As a premier sport venue, this stadium is a focal point for local and international gatherings, encapsulating the...
0.5 miE
Temple with thousands of Buddha figures
Wat Si Saket, Vientiane
13 min walk • Wat Si Saket is a Buddhist wat in Vientiane, Laos. It is situated on Lan Xang Road, on the corner with Setthathirat Road, to the northwest of Haw Phra Kaew, which formerly held the Emerald Buddha.
0.5 miSE
Palace
Presidential Palace, Vientiane
12 min walk • The Presidential Palace is the official residence of the President of Laos, who, by convention, also holds the position of General Secretary of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party.
0.6 miSE
Ex-Buddhist temple, now a museum and shop
Haw Phra Kaew, Vientiane
16 min walk • Haw Phra Kaew, also written as Ho Prakeo, Hor Pha Keo and other similar spellings, is a former temple in Vientiane, Laos. It is situated on Setthathirath Road, to the southeast of Wat Si Saket.
0.5 miE
Pagoda, Buddhist architecture, Monuments and statues
That Dam, Vientiane
12 min walk • That Dam is a large stupa located in Vientiane, Laos. Many Laotians believe it is inhabited by a seven-headed nāga who tried to protect them from an invasion by the Siamese army in 1827.
~1090 ftE
Museum
Lao National Museum, Vientiane
6 min walk • The Lao National Museum is located in Vientiane, Laos. It was founded as the national museum highlighting the revolution of the 1970s and is located in a French colonial building. In 2007, the United States donated a grant to help develop the museum.
1 miSE
Busy Buddhist temple dating to 1563
Wat Si Muang, Vientiane
26 min walk • Wat Si Muang or Simuong is a Buddhist temple in Vientiane, the capital of Laos.
0.8 miE
Church
Sacred Heart Cathedral, Vientiane
20 min walk • The Sacred Heart Cathedral, also called Vientiane Cathedral, is the name given to a Roman Catholic cathedral in the city of Vientiane, the capital of Laos. The temple is situated at the Rue de la Mission and near the French Embassy in Laos.
~1450 ftE
17°57'52"N • 102°36'29"E
Nam Phou, Vientiane
7 min walk • Square, Fountain, Park

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Wat Ong Teu?

Nearby attractions include Lao National Museum, Vientiane (6 min walk), Nam Phou, Vientiane (7 min walk), National Library of Laos, Vientiane (8 min walk), Presidential Palace, Vientiane (12 min walk).

How to get to Wat Ong Teu by public transport?

The nearest stations to Wat Ong Teu:

Bus

Central Bus Station CBS-1 (20 min walk)
Central Bus Station CBS-2 (20 min walk)