Stupa That Dam—Vientiane, Laos
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Ianatlarge
N 17° 57.960 E 102° 36.660
48Q E 246986 N 1988051
An ancient stupa in the centre of the capital of Laos.
Waymark Code: WMEVAW
Location: Laos
Date Posted: 07/09/2012
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This stupa is something of an icon in the City of Vientiane, but I could find nothing but the barest of information. The stupa is maybe 10m high, constructed in a fairly straight forward design, and clearly showing its age. The bricks of which it is composed are old, worn, and covered with flora. It sits on a small traffic island.
Many Laotians believe the stupa is inhabited by a seven headed naga who tried to protect them from the armies of Siam, who invaded in 1827. It is also known as the Black Stupa, the English translation of the Lao name "That Dam".
Open to visitors?: Yes
Photography Permitted Inside?: Yes
Statue of the Buddha present?: No
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