18/09/2026
Lao PDR’s sacred That Sikhottabong stupa in Khammouane: A golden landmark by the Mekong
That Sikhottabong is located along the banks of the Mekong River just 6 kilometers from Thakhaek, this sacred 29-meter golden stupa is one of the most revered religious sites in Lao PDR. Originally constructed during the Sikhottabong Empire by King Nanthasene for King Soummitham—and built contemporaneously with Savannakhet's That Inhang and Thailand's That Phanom to enshrine the bones of Lord Buddha—the monument was later restored in the 16th century by King Saysetthathirath. Today, it remains a vital spiritual destination, drawing visitors and devotees alike, particularly during its annual festival held in the third month of the lunar calendar.
Photo Credit: Discover Laos Today