Vat Nong Sa Keo
ວັດໜອງສະແກ້ວ
located high on a mountain slope across the Mekong river from Luang Prabang, "The Temple of the Diamond Pond" is believed to date back to 1657, its peaceful location making it ideal for meditation. Legend also says that when King Setthathirath built Vat Xieng Thong in the early 1560's, the local people were asked to contribute money, gold and precious stones towards the construction. But when they went to make their donation they found that the new temple was already built. Disappointed and upset they are said to have thrown all the riches into the pond Nong Sa Keo.
Between 1912 and 1920 Vat Nong Sa Keo was used for meditation by Prince Phetsarath but after that it fell into disuse. In recent years restoration work has commenced.
Between 1912 and 1920 Vat Nong Sa Keo was used for meditation by Prince Phetsarath but after that it fell into disuse. In recent years restoration work has commenced.