Luang Prabang Old Town

★ 4.7🇱🇦 VientianeSuggested visit Full day

Historic SitesReligious Pilgrimage

Former royal capital of Lan Xang, a tranquil town of gilded temples and dawn alms giving.

Overview

Set between the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, Luang Prabang keeps over thirty gilded temples alongside French colonial streets. The dawn alms procession stretches along the main road, and Mount Phousi offers twin-river sunsets.

Highlights

•Dawn alms-giving ceremony
•Sunset over two rivers from Mount Phousi

Practical tips

•Stay quiet during alms giving; no flash
•Night market opens on the main street after sunset

Practical information

Best time: Nov-Feb

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