Prasat Wat Phu is an archaeological site in Laos which is the second world heritage of Laos Is a Brahmin church built in honor of Lord Shiva, located on Phu Hill or called Phu Buffalo Away from the old Champasak town about 6 kilometers. The appearance of the castle is a temple of Khmer. Similar to Preah Vihear Built around the 12th century in the reign of King Mahendra Woraman Considered as the oldest stone castle. Wat Phu castle and nearby structures were registered as World Heritage at the 25th Annual World Heritage Committee Meeting in Helsinki. Finland With the terms and criteria for determining to be a World Heritage Site as follows:
- a confirmation of evidence of culture or civilization that is currently visible or that has disappeared
- an outstanding example of the type of structure that represents cultural development Fine society, science and technology industry In the history of humanity
- have thoughts or beliefs that are directly related to the event Or is outstanding in history
Prasat Wat Phu or Wat Phu Champasak is a World Heritage Site of Southern Laos in Laos. Prasat Wat Phu is the most important museum in Southern Laos, which has been certified and Registered by UNESCO on December 25, 2002 as the second World Heritage Site of Laos, since Luang Prabang is located on the hill of Phu, also known as Phu Khwai or Mount Buffalo, far from the city. 9 kilometers away from the city. It is believed that Wat Phu castle is a temple of Khmer similar to the Preah Vihear temple. This Phu temple was built before Angkor, Khmer temple in the 12th century.
In the past, the location of Wat Phu That used to be a holy place and ancient civilization for 3 periods together. It was the kingdom of Chennai during the 6th – 8th centuries. The inscription was said to kill people in order to worship the gods. Later was the era of the Khmer empire. In the past, the capital city The area chosen was a stone castle built in the 9th century. And finally, the Lan Chang Kingdom changed the Hindu temple to Theravada Buddhism temple. When walking towards the castle What is striking to the eye is the mountain behind the castle, which stands majestically, can be seen from afar. Shaped like a woman’s milk and hair bun Which is the origin of the name of this mountain, Khao Nom Sao, but the locals call Phu Klao more
Territory of Wat Phu Castle Starting from the bank of the river, there are 3 stairs leading up to the carriageway up to the president of the castle, which is on the top floor. Outside the temple area there is a large baray. Which in ancient times used as a boat race and bathing rituals for various rituals.
