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That Dam, whose Lao name means Black Stupa, is a Buddhist stupa standing in a traffic roundabout near Talat Sao in central Vientiane, Laos. The monument is generally believed to be about 500 years old, although its construction date is uncertain, and local tradition says it was once covered in gold before losing that surface. A related legend holds that a seven-headed naga lies beneath it and protects Vientiane in times of crisis.
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What does That Dam mean in Lao?
That Dam means Black Stupa in Lao. It is a Buddhist stupa in central Vientiane.
Where is That Dam located?
That Dam stands in a traffic roundabout near Talat Sao in central Vientiane, Laos. Its urban location makes it a visible monument within the city.
How old is That Dam?
That Dam is generally believed to be about 500 years old, although its exact construction date is uncertain. The age is therefore a traditional estimate rather than a firmly documented date.
What legend is associated with That Dam?
Local tradition says a seven-headed naga protects That Dam. The monument itself is a Buddhist stupa commonly known as the Black Stupa.
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