A visit to Luang Prabang, the place filled with Buddhist temples, old colonial houses and smell of frangipani, is a bit like stepping back into the old Indochina time. The city is located in Laos’ northern mountains and at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Song Rivers. Since it was recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage, the number of tourists come here to witness “the best-preserved city in Asia” has increased considerably. Travelling to Luang Prabang, there are several activities for you to find a city totally lost in time. Mekong river travel
Swimming in the turquoise blue pools in Kuang Si Falls
Kuang Si Falls, accessible from here (30km drive away), is a stunning 3 tiered waterfalls. The turquoise-blue waters flow through the 3 tiers. Many visitors visiting the falls wonder why the waters are so turquoise-blue. It is so naturally azure because of high deposits of white calcium carbonate. Swimming in the middle section would be a great moment, or you can choose to climb right to the top.
Kuang Si Falls- source: internet
Visiting the Luang Prabang Night Market
The Night Market takes place from 5pm to 11pm. It sells a wide range of items such as handmade souvenirs, homemade whiskeys, Laotian coffee beans so you can buy a local crafts for friends and family as a gift. For a meal, you should head over to the end of market and you will see Night Food Market where many local delicacies are sold. However, note that the market is very crowded after 10pm.
Luang Prabang night market- source: internet
Taking in Buddhist culture at the Golden City Temple
Golden City Temple (Wat Xieng Thong) is one of the most important monuments to the spirit of Laos, royalty and traditional style of Luang Prabang. The temple consists of over 20 structures including shrines, residences and pavilions. It is the house to rare Buddha images and golden royal funerary carriage.
Golden City Temple- source: internet
Participating in cooking class
If you are interested in Laos cuisine, participating in a cooking class is a great choice. The class is held at the local market where a chef will explain the different herbs and spices used to make Laotian dishes and how to purchase ingredients for the dishes. You might be introduced about these dishes: Or Larm, Mok Pa, Jeow, Tamarind’s speciality…
Or Larm Laos food- source: internet
When to visit Luang Prabang
In Luang Prabang, the seasons run different with normal tourist cycles. The best time for a visit to Laos is the dry season which lasts from October to April. During this time, the weather is cool. However, if you do not mind rains in few hours of a day, you can visit Laos in its rainy season. You can get benefit of lower hotel rates and less crowds. Laos travel tours
Luang Prabang Overview- source: internet
Overall, considered to be Laos’ spiritual heart, with the blend of French, Chinese and Vietnamese influences, is worth being listed in your travel list. I hope that this guide is helpful to you before you visit this peaceful town in Lao. Wish you a happy time.
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