The notebook of Luang Prabang
Make every street a new trail.
Luang Prabang combines temples, houses and confluence landscapes. The streets of the centre extend to the waterfalls of Kuang Si and the caves of Pak Ou, outside the city.
At your own pace
Identity summary
3 to 5 days
Winter · Spring
Possible without car depending on area
Heritage · City · River
Limited accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang combines temples, houses and confluence landscapes. The streets of the centre extend to the waterfalls of Kuang Si and the caves of Pak Ou, outside the city.
Check access, bookings and opening times with the site before visiting.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Vat Xieng Thong
- Royal Palace of Luang Prabang
- Mount Phousi
- Kuang Si Waterfalls
- Pak Ou Caves
Before you choose
- Check access, bookings and opening times with the site before visiting.
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Heritage
Vat Xieng Thong
Vat Xieng Thong is a great religious ensemble of Luang Prabang. Roofs, decorations and pavilions are discovered with attention to practices and people who come to pray.
Museum
Royal Palace of Luang Prabang
The former royal palace and its museum spaces present landmarks on the history of Luang Prabang. The buildings of the estate, including the Haw Pha Bang sanctuary, are visited according to the open accesses.
Viewpoint
Mount Phousi
Mount Phousi rises in the centre of Luang Prabang. The stairs lead to religious spaces and views of the city and reliefs, often frequented at sunset.
Waterfall
Kuang Si Waterfalls
Kuang Si gathers waterfalls and ponds in a wooded environment south of Luang Prabang. Follow open routes and local indications near the water.
Practical tips
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