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(KPL) Religious leaders, senior government officials, Vientiane residents and Buddhist devotees joined a two-day ceremony to celebrate the completed renovation of the Hor Pha Keo Museum.
(KPL) Religious leaders, senior government officials, Vientiane residents and Buddhist devotees joined a two-day ceremony to celebrate the completed renovation of the Hor Pha Keo Museum.
The celebration was held on Oct 8-9 in the presence of the President of the National Assembly Pany Yathotou, Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism Bosengkham Vongdara, and Vientiane Mayor Sinlavong Khoutphaythoun.
The restoration of the museum began in 2014.
The renovation, costing over 23 billion kip (over US$2.8 million) was financed by the government budget, entrance fees collected from visitors to the museum, and donations made by individuals, organizations and the business community.
Ho Pha Keo is one of Vientiane's oldest temples. It was used as the royal chapel of the Lao monarchy, but more importantly, it was built to house the Emerald Buddha.
Ho Pha Keo has undergone three renovations including the most recent with the first one taking place in 1816 during the reign of Chao Anouvong, and the second renovation recorded between 1936-1942.
An almsgiving ceremony was also held on Oct 9 for the newly renovated Ho Pha Keo. The ritual was attended by 43 monks.
“The Hor Pha Keo Temple, or Hor Pha Keo Museum, is one of the most respected places in Laos. As a result, Ho Pha Keo is among the favorite attractions for both domestic and foreign visitors.
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