title: Wat Si Muang
text: # Wat Si Muang
  
  Wat Si Muang or Simuong (Lao: ວັດສີເມືອງ) is a Buddhist temple in Vientiane, the capital of Laos.
  
  ## History
  
  The temple was built in 1563, in the former Kingdom of Lan Xang.
  
  A statue of King Sisavang Vong stands in front of Wat Simuang.
  
  There is a legend that pregnant women at the time of construction were given to as sacrifice to God.
  
  ## Description
  
  Inside, the temple is unusual in being divided into two rooms. The front room is quiet, with a monk usually on hand to give blessings. The rear room houses the large main altar, with statues and images of the Buddha.
  
  ## Gallery
  
  * Nirvana Buddha
  * Golden Buddha
  