That Luang Festival

That Luang festival is the last of the most famous festivals in Laos. It takes place in November and brings a large number of national and international tourists to That Luang (Vientiane), Laos' oldest temple, is one of the country's most important national festivals. This three-day celebration takes place in November at That Luang Stupa, Laos' national emblem, during the full moon.

These days, Buddhists from all over the country gather at Wat Si Muang, an ancient temple in Vientiane, to join the procession to That Luang, presenting sacrifices to the monks in the hope of having a better life in the next incarnation. People carrying incense and candles go three times around the temple to pay devotion to Buddha. In addition, numerous remarkable music and dancing performances highlight the Laotian community's artistic, religious, and cultural values.

Time: in November

Venue: in That Luang Stupa of Vientiane