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Wat Xieng Thong, Luang Prabang, Laos
Meaning “temple of Golden city”, Wat Xieng Thong is one of the most important temples in Laos. It remains a significant monument to the spirit of religion, royalty and traditional style of a fascinating city.
History
Wat Xieng Thong was built in the 16th century (between 1559 and 1560) by King Setthathirath who ruled the country from 1548 to 1571. He built the Wat in order to commemorate the legendary King Chanthaphanith. Wat Xieng Thong was under the patronage of the royal family until 1975, when the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (LPDR) was established. Lao Kings used this site for their coronation of and also the center of numerous annual festivals honoring the Buddha and various folk spirits.
Situated on an embankment above the Mekong River, the Wat often served as the gateway to the town. Visitors from Siam which controlled the country for a long period, would end their journey at Ban Xieng Mene on the right bank and used ferry across to the city from the river entry of the monastery.
Since being built until present, a number of restorations have taken place, especially in the twentieth century with a notable one in which the French participated. In 1928, when the French Governor General visited Luang Prabang, King Sisavangvong successfully demanded French to share the cost of restoration, as Laos was a French protectorate from 1893 to 1953. The remarkable restored works include:
- In the 1950s and 1960s, the funerary carriage house was built.
- In 2012 and 2013, renovations involved carefully cleaning the building, repainting the gold stencils, restoring damaged tiles and doors and windows, and repainting walls.
- In 1880, the Tripitaka library was added
- In 1961, the drum tower was added.
Luckily, this temple was spared by any damage during the sacking of the city in 1887 by the Black Flag Haw. The leader, Deo Van Tri, had studied at the Wat as a monk in his early life. So, he used it as his headquarters during the sacking of Luang Phrabang.
JOMA BAKERY CAFE, Luang Prabang
A Slice of North America
1) FRESH, HIGH-QUALITY FOOD AND FANTASTIC COFFEE
We use the best ingredients in our food, whether it’s sourced abroad (like our New Zealand butter) or locally (like our fresh passionfruit juice) or prepared specially in house (like our gourmet ice cream). As for our coffee, it’s organic, fair trade, and grown in southern Laos by a community cooperative of farmers. The green beans are shipped directly to each Joma city, where it is roasted to perfection by local roastmasters.
2) EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
Our aim with every customer is to improve their day in any way big or small, whether you’re an expat who hasn’t tasted a reuben sandwich in years or you’re a backpacker looking for a communal space to meet fellow travelers. Additionally, our staff go through a thorough training process to provide a consistently high standard of service that is friendly and attentive.
3) EMPOWERING THE PEOPLE AND COMMUNITIES AROUND US
This is what really sets Joma apart. With our 10% of profit plan, Joma gives 10% to charitable organizations in the communities around our cafes. We also work with several NGO’s, including Hagar International, to provide job training and employment opportunities to disadvantaged persons and victims of human rights abuse.
A Slice of North America
1) FRESH, HIGH-QUALITY FOOD AND FANTASTIC COFFEE
We use the best ingredients in our food, whether it’s sourced abroad (like our New Zealand butter) or locally (like our fresh passionfruit juice) or prepared specially in house (like our gourmet ice cream). As for our coffee, it’s organic, fair trade, and grown in southern Laos by a community cooperative of farmers. The green beans are shipped directly to each Joma city, where it is roasted to perfection by local roastmasters.
2) EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
Our aim with every customer is to improve their day in any way big or small, whether you’re an expat who hasn’t tasted a reuben sandwich in years or you’re a backpacker looking for a communal space to meet fellow travelers. Additionally, our staff go through a thorough training process to provide a consistently high standard of service that is friendly and attentive.
3) EMPOWERING THE PEOPLE AND COMMUNITIES AROUND US
This is what really sets Joma apart. With our 10% of profit plan, Joma gives 10% to charitable organizations in the communities around our cafes. We also work with several NGO’s, including Hagar International, to provide job training and employment opportunities to disadvantaged persons and victims of human rights abuse.
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