This temple on Rim Khong Alley, the road along the Mekong River, is particularly famous for its large seated Buddha statue on the roof. It is accessible via a staircase, which is usually open during the day. From there, one can enjoy a panoramic view of the Mekong, which is especially beautiful at sunset, as well as the city of Nong Khai.

From the Nong Khai area with the most guesthouses, the temple is just a short walk away and lies almost directly in front of the two giant Nagas on the riverbank.

Wat Lam Duan is a temple, and when visiting a temple in Thailand there are some rules to follow: appropriate clothing (knees and shoulders should be covered), take off your shoes when entering the building, be quiet, do not hug or kiss, do not point your feet at the Buddha statue, do not smoke.

How to get there

How do you get to Wat Lam Duan? From the Nong Khai district, where most of the guesthouses are located, the temple is just a short walk away and lies almost directly in front of the two giant Nagas on the riverbank.