Welcome the New Year and say goodbye to Luang Prabang, a World Heritage City, an ancient city in the Kingdom of Lan Xang. It is located in the northern part of the Lao People's Democratic Republic.
Luang Prabang, a small dream city on the banks of the Mekong River that you must come to at least once in your life before you die. It is a nice city suitable for people who like a slow lifestyle. Enjoy the smell of culture visiting ancient temples and valuable architecture
Including the abundance of nature. Suitable for a leisurely walk. Watch the way people live and set your mind on the destination. This time, I would like to collect 7 things you can do if you come to visit this city, let's go see what it is.
1. Offering sticky rice to the monks
A morning activity not to be missed when visiting Luang Prabang is “offering sticky rice to monks”, a Lao Buddhist tradition. Alms distribution begins at 5:30 a.m. every morning.
You can give alms in many places, such as along the wall of Wat Saen Sukharam. Si Suang Wong Road, in front of Wat Chiang Thong, in front of Luang Prabang School and in front of the Luang Prabang National Museum Hall. In that area there will be vendors selling items to give to the monks. There is also a piece of cloth that can be borrowed to take photos like the locals do.
2. Strolling in the morning market
After offering the sticky rice to the monks, let us walk and experience the lifestyle of our brothers and sisters in Lao PDR. Have breakfast at Luang Prabang Morning Market, located in the alleys near Sri Sawangjung Road. Close to Luang Prabang National Museum.
Here they focus on selling fresh products such as pork, chicken, fish and various meats. Including hard forest products such as beehives, insects, local vegetables, dry foods, local foods and breakfast.
3. Luang Prabang National Museum Hall
The “Luang Prabang National Museum Hall” or “Hor Kham” was originally the palace of the Grand Prince of Luang Prabang. Therefore it is also called “Wang Chao Maha Chevit”
Gorgeous with European architecture mixed with Lan Xang. Currently, it has been prepared as a museum to display antiques and valuables such as thrones, pulpits, royal utensils, royal patronage, Buddha statues, and a room for storing musical instruments. And antiques, including gifts from abroad
There are also important tourist attractions inside it, which are the Phra Lak Phra Ram Theater, the Phra Bang Hall, and the museum’s parking garage.
Additional Information: Open Wednesday to Monday. (Closed on Tuesdays) 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM (Closed for cleaning on Thursdays at 3:00 PM) Entry fee: 30,000 Kip.
4. Viewpoint of Phra That Phu Si and Luang Prabang
Tribute to Phra That Phu Si located at the top of the mountain, which requires climbing more than 328 steps to find the ruins. It is shaped like a golden square lotus. It is located on a rectangular base decorated with seven levels of golden alabaster and bronze, approximately 21 meters high. It also provides a view of the Mekong River and a 360-degree view of the city of Luang Prabang.
Additional Information: Open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM and entrance fee is 20,000 Kip.
5. Wat Chiang Thong
Honored “Phra Bang Version” at Wat Chiang Thong. It has authentic Luang Prabang architecture and its most notable feature is the “Sim” or “Ubosot of Wat Xiang Thong” with a softly curved roof arranged in tiers. So beautiful that it was called “Jewels of the Art of Lanzhang.”
And take pictures of the bird's-eye view at Hor Phra Man, a small pink worship hall decorated with frescoes telling folk tales all made of glass.
Additional Information: Open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and entrance fee is 20,000 Kip.
7. Tat Kuang Si Waterfall
Breathe nature into your lungs with Tat Kuang Si Waterfall, about one hour away from Luang Prabang. It is the most beautiful waterfall in Luang Prabang, and has the characteristics of a limestone waterfall and clear emerald green water. Rich in minerals
There are a total of 4 levels, with a total height of about 75 metres, where tourists can play in the waterfall located in the provided area. There is also a bear rescue center that collects bears rescued from the wildlife trade in various locations in Laos.
Additional Information: Open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM and entrance fee is 20,000 Kip.
7. Night market
Buy souvenirs to take home Night Market, a walking street over 200-300 meters long on Sri Sawangwong Road. Starting from the tourist office to the National Museum. A source of various handicrafts both from ethnic groups such as clothing, textiles, pottery, antiques, paintings on mulberry paper, coffee and tea products, quilts, shoes, silverware, bags, jewelry, etc.
Along the small alleys, there are a variety of traditional local foods to choose from.
Additional Information: Open daily from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
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