Luang Prabang City, also known as the Mekong Jewel, was the capital of the Lao Kingdom for several centuries. Thanks to its Laotian and colonial history, this city enchants travelers with its nature, heritage, and legacy. The best time to visit Luang Prabang is from October to March when the weather is dry, and the ►
Luang Prabang City, also known as the Mekong Jewel, was the capital of the Lao Kingdom for several centuries. Thanks to its Laotian and colonial history, this city enchants travelers with its nature, heritage, and legacy. The best time to visit Luang Prabang is from October to March when the weather is dry, and the temperatures are pleasant. A Unesco World Heritage Site, this city will make you discover its gastronomy with ethnic influences. Why not start the day by attending the morning alms at the place of the faithful every morning around 6 am in its streets, the Tak Bat? This parade of hundreds of barefoot monks dressed in saffron robes takes the offering of food from the locals. Discover the former Royal Palace of Luang Prabang, now the National Museum. For the more adventurous, be brave enough to kayak down the Nam Khan River to discover the wild and beautiful scenery only minutes from the city. For water lovers, take the opportunity to swim in the fabulous Kuang Si Falls. This natural site will fill you with three-level waterfalls in the forest's heart. Adventurer, your journey does not stop here! Please take the opportunity to enter the famous Pak Ou caves and their thousands of Buddha statues about 20 km from Luang Prabang. In October, admire the day of the Lai Heua Fai rite. This festival consists of launching illuminated handmade boats on the Mekong River: A fascinating spectacle full of stories and emotions. If you want to continue your trip, stay in April to participate in the most important festival of the year: the Lao New Year. The city transforms from a peaceful place to a place of dances, processions, traditional songs, and religious ceremonies for a few days. Take advantage of the Pi Mai New Year festivities! A time of joy and celebration that brings good luck. ◄
