Per Capita 2k | Luang Prabang Pure Enjoyment Travel Guide
| Luang Prabang Pure Enjoyment Travel Guide.
Luang Prabang in Laos is known as 'Chiang Mai from ten years ago.' It is a true 'slow' city! Here, the most common things we do are cycling around leisurely, drinking coffee, and turning the everyday life into a journey.
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📔Basic Information about Laos
⏰Time Difference: Laos time is -1 from Beijing time.
🧭Navigation: Google Maps is recommended, and it can also be used to find restaurants, which is very reliable.
✉️Language: Laotians are not very good at English, sometimes speaking Chinese is even more effective than English.
🌧Climate: It is slightly cold in Laos in the morning and evening during winter, short sleeves are fine at noon, just bring a thin coat. Sun protection is necessary.
🎐Customs: Laos is a multi-ethnic and multi-religious country. Most temples have dress codes and do not allow exposed skin.
📞Phone Cards: It's cheapest to buy an international phone card in advance.
🕹Power Sockets: Remember to bring a converter plug.
🏠Hotels are very cheap, we spent an average of 1k per person which raised the overall expenses, but actually, you can stay in a nice hotel for just five or six hundred.
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✨Several Must-Do Experiences in Luang Prabang✨
1️⃣Visit Temples and Museums
Luang Prabang is a famous ancient capital and Buddhist center of Laos. Strolling through the city, you'll find ancient temples everywhere, and most experiences here are also related to religion. Wat Xiengthong is a representative temple of Luang Prabang, and the Royal Palace Museum helps you understand the history and local customs of Laos.
Note: Skin exposure is not allowed when entering temples.
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2️⃣Go to Mount Phousi for Sunrise and Sunset
Opposite the Royal Palace Museum is Mount Phousi, where you can overlook the entire panorama of Luang Prabang. There are various ways to enjoy the sunset; if you don't want to climb the mountain, you can also stay in a riverside café or restaurant, or take a Mekong River sunset cruise.
Duration: It takes 10-15 minutes to climb to the top of the mountain.
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3️⃣Visit a Quiet, Clean Night Market
After dark, the road between Mount Phousi and the Royal Palace Museum turns into a night market, which is worth visiting. Unlike the bustling night markets in China, the vendors here are very Buddhist. The night market is clean and quiet. Passing through the night market is a snack street, where you can find a variety of international cuisines amidst the smoke.
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4️⃣Get Up Early to Watch/Participate in Almsgiving
For the locals, this is a custom that has continued for hundreds of years. Day after day, regardless of the weather, this is perhaps the power of faith.
Time: You need to arrive at the main street before six in the morning.
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5️⃣Taste the Local Lao Hot Pot
Here, Khemkhong view restaurant is recommended, you can follow the location to find dada cafe first, it's right opposite. Lao hot pot has grilled meat on top and meat slices to dip below, it's recommended to buy a set meal, the portion is generous, the meat quality is good, and the dipping sauce is exceptional.
Price: 40 yuan per person
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🌿This city allows you to do nothing and just stay like that, it's very comfortable. Next time, I might consider staying for half a month directly.
The Grand Palace of Luang Prabang, the most luxurious palace in Southeast Asia built by French colonialists to the Lao royal family, was nationalized after the establishment of the socialist system in 1975, and the royal family moved to the north, now the National Museum. The picture of Jin Bihui 𤾗 that I often see is actually just the temple of the royal family. The "work" shape of the building that blends French architecture with Lao traditional architectural style is the main building of the palace. After listening to the special explanation, I looked at the layout and furnishings inside to experience the luxury and dignity (cannot take pictures). It was once looted by the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom. Fortunately, it seemed that things such as the "Dajin Throne" were too bulky and did not move away.
The Laos Royal Palace, also known as the Haw Kham or Golden Hall, is a cultural gem nestled in Luang Prabang, Laos. Constructed in 1904 during the French colonial era as a royal residence, it reflects a blend of traditional Lao motifs and French Beaux-Arts architecture. The palace served as the residence of the Laotian royal family until the monarchy's dissolution in 1975. Today, it stands as a museum showcasing regal artifacts, including the revered Phra Bang Buddha statue.Adjacent to the Royal Palace, the National Museum further enriches Luang Prabang's cultural tapestry. Originally the Royal Palace's annex, it houses a diverse collection of religious art, royal possessions, and historical artifacts, offering visitors a captivating journey through Laos' rich heritage. These sites collectively symbolize Luang Prabang's UNESCO World Heritage status, inviting exploration into the kingdom's storied past and artistic traditions.
Check-in point for tourists visiting Luang Prabang and paying respect to Phra Bang
Nestled in the heart of Luang Prabang, Laos, the Royal Palace is a testament to the city's rich history. Also known as Haw Kham, this architectural gem was built in 1904 during the French colonial era. Surrounded by lush gardens and towering palm trees, the palace showcases a blend of traditional Lao and French Beaux-Arts styles. Its golden facades, intricate carvings, and sweeping roofs exude regal elegance. Once the residence of Laos' royal family, the palace now serves as a museum, displaying royal artifacts and religious treasures. Visitors are captivated by the cultural tapestry woven within this majestic testament.
It is still worth seeing here, open at 8 am, 20,000 Kip tickets. The area inside is not very large, but it is very representative.
The Royal Palace Museum, also known as the Royal Palace Museum, was built in 1904 as the dormitory of King Xisawang Feng, and has been the dormitory of several generations of Kings until 1975, when the monarchy was abolished and the Lao People's Democratic Republic was established. The palace became a National Museum and was also used as a royal palace for people to visit. The whole palace consists of West Sawan King Feng's dormitory (main museum), Luang Prabang Statue Placement Temple, Puxi Conference Hall and West Sawan King Feng statue. Visiting the Palace Museum is the first stop to visit Luang Prabang.