Wat Sen, also known as Wat Sene Souk Haram, sits on the north bank of the main peninsula near the tip of the old town. It is one of the more active temple compounds in Luang Prabang — a working monastery rather than a showpiece — and the yellow and red exterior is distinctive among the mostly gold-and-red temples of the city.
The sim (ordination hall) has an unusual two-storey design with a raised upper floor that functions as a library. The temple regularly hosts traditional music and dance performances in the evenings — check locally for schedules. It is a pleasant 10-minute walk north from the Royal Palace along the riverfront road.