Borikhamxay​ authorities to declare Phabath Phonsan temple a national heritage site

The Boun Phabath Phonsan temple festival in Thaphabath district, Borikhamxay​ province. -​ Pasaxon​ Daily​ newspaper

VIENTIANE: Borikhamxay​ provincial​ authorities​ plan to officially declare the Phabath Phonsan temple in Thaphabath district as a national heritage site in January, together with the annual Boun Phabath Phonsan festival.

This festival is the most important event in Borikhamxay’s calendar, when local residents pay homage to the old stupa and visit the Buddha’s footprint at the temple.