Hor Prabang was constructed in 1969 during the reign of King Sisavang Vatthana. The design was created by a skilled artisan from Luang Prabang, Mr. Manivong Khattiya, and the structure features the unique style of traditional Lao Luang Prabang art. Initially, only the foundation and several pillars were completed, but after the royal palace was converted into the National Museum of Luang Prabang on April 13, 1976, the building process resumed gradually. In 1993, the provincial government handed the project over to the Department of Information, Culture, and Tourism of Luang Prabang Province, and construction continued until its full completion on August 28, 2011. On December 14, 2013, the sacred Phra Bang Buddha image was enshrined in this hall, where it remains to this day.

History of Prabang

The Prabang has been a chief source of spiritual protection for Lao since it was brought from Cambodia in the 14th century. According to legend it was made from pure gold In India, and then presented to the king of Sri Lanka and subsequently to the king of Cambodia. Eventually, king Fa Ngum, founder of the kingdom of Lane Xang, obtained it through his wife, who was a daughter of the king of Cambodia.
The Prabang is now housed in a temple in the right-hand corner of the palace grounds on entering the main gate. The room contains stone statues of Buddha from 12th century, among offerings and other objects associated with the Prabang.

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