Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang is the crown jewel of Laos and former Lanexang kingdom. Situated at the confluence of the Nam Kham and the Mekong River, it is perhaps the best-preserved traditional city in Southeast Asia.  Magical and charming, it has maintained its long-standing reputation as a stronghold of Lao culture with its delightful mountain encircled setting, the beautiful Royal Palace and more than 30 half-millennium old temples such as Vat Xieng Thong, Vat Visoun, Vat Mai and Vat Sene.  Nearby are the sacred Pak Ou Caves housing thousands of statues representing Lord Buddha.  In 1995 UNESCO voted Luang Prabang as a World Heritage City.  Another interesting place nearby is Nong Khio, which can be reached either by traditional or by boat along Nam Ou River - also worth a visit, is the natural cave in Muang Ngoy, accessible from Nong Khio by boat.

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