7 Interesting Things to Do in Luang Prabang, Laos

1. Widely well-known as the former capital city of Laos, Luang Prabang is emerging as one of the favorite destination of tourists in Indochina thanks to its beautiful temples, diverse culture and stunning natural landscape. After reading this post, you will surely have some great ideas of what to do in this interesting city. 1. Discover Wat Xieng Thong Temple Wat Xieng Thong, located at the end of Sakkarin road, is the most important temple in Luang Prabang. The temple was built in 1560 under King Setthathirat dynasty. On the major holidays of the year and especially at night, Xieng Thong temple becomes extremely crowded, because countless people come to the temple to admire the golden Buddha statue and actually attended the Buddha watering ceremony with scented water and perfume. Note: Entrance fee is charged for foreign visitors from 8 am to 17 pm. At other time, visitors can take a tour around the temple campus and feel free to chat with the monks here. 2. Relax in Kuang Si Waterfalls Kuang Si is a complex of three waterfalls, in which the main cascade is 60m high with foaming whitewater pouring down from above, creating a dramatic scene. As one of the most attractive tourist destinations of the Land of Million Elephants, the waterfall offers you the chance to not only swim in its turquoise-watered natural pools but also join in a lot of exciting games and challenges. Amid the fresh air of Kuang Si, visitors also can hear fun songs of birds combined with torrential falls – what a heaven on earth! 3. Pay a Visit to Pak Ou caves Located in the north of Luang Prabang, Pak Ou Caves is rated in the top attractions in Mekong River Basins. Pak Ou is actually a temple complex lying among stunning limestone karst, which houses thousands of mysterious Buddha statues and hidden images. The best way to visit the caves is by local boats, which also guarantees you the opportunity to admire the tranquil spectacles and local villages on both sides of Mekong River. 4. Go Shopping in Luang Prabang Night Market Open daily from 18h to 23h, Luang Prabang night market stretches from the foot of Mount Phou Si till the end of the main street of the city, where travelers should look at if they want to "bag" unique souvenirs. At the night market, you can enjoy the excellent cuisine of Laos at the food court or buy colorful brocade scarves, showy umbrellas or small beautiful paper lanterns... 5. Witness the Sunset on Mount Phou Si Being the highest point in Luang Prabang, Mount Phou Si is the ideal place for tourists to enjoy peaceful romantic panoramic view over the ancient capital and Mekong river. To conquer the top of Phou Si, you

2. have to pass 329 red-brick terraces. Each ladder with moderate width and low enough, at the middle there’re some stops to rest, so we can get to the peak without too much hardship. 6. Visit the Whisky Village The village is named after its famous specialty: local whisky and wines soaked with snakes, insects and sold in unique bottle shapes. Paying a visit to the village, you can easily encounter local families and learn more about their unique customs and culture. 7. Experience Riding on Elephant’s Back Located about 15 km north of downtown, near the Nam Khan River, Luang Prabang elephant park specializes in fostering and preserving local elephants in Laos. During the visit, you can extend your knowledge the life of elephants, travel on their back and discover the stunning Tad Sae waterfall. Interested in exploring Luang Prabang and other charming destinations in Laos? Take a look at our website: http://laosprivateholidays.com/