A Variety of Things to See and Do in Luang Prabang
Visitors going to the city of Luang Prabang can not skip Kuang Si Waterfalls, the most famous falls of Laos. You will have an opportunity to swim in cool blue clear pools, jump into water from a tree, relax under shades from the surrounding lush tropical jungle or meet two Asian black bears rescued from poachers. Besides, travelers can move up to the top or stand on the wooden bridge to have a whole natural view of the spectacular waterfall.
Spending a few hours climbing to Mount Phousi is an popular activity of visitors in this city. It is very worth ascending because from the hilltop watching sunrise or sunset over the Mekong River and the entire beautiful countryside is said to be the greatest thing. In addition, travelers are able to take a sightseeing to the golden Wat Chomsi at the highest point of the mountain and some other temples along the way.
Your list sites to visit should have Pak Ou Caves, a home to 4000 Buddha statues. All the icons is various of sizes and shapes, and is believed to have appeared here hundreds of years. It is divided into two caves, the lower Tham Ting and the upper Tham Theung. At the entrance of the cave, visitors will be easy to see impressive limestone cliffs.
To have more knowledge of culture, history and architecture of Laos, go to Wat Xieng Thong. The coronation of Lao kings and important annual festivities are usually organized at this temple. A tree of life on the rear temple wall is a special architecture and gives the temple a name “Golden Tree Monastery”. Other highlights of Wat Xieng Thong include the drum tower, the central sim and the Triptaka library.
Shopping at Night Market on Sisavangvong Road will help you find satisfying things and souvenirs. It is famous for silverware, handicrafts, textiles, handmade souvenirs and homemade whiskey. Dishes of the market is abundant such as many kinds of grilled meat, BBQ river fish, Lao noodle soup, baguette sandwiches.
Hotels and Restaurants in Luang Prabang
Satri House Secret Retreats is near many spots like Wat Ho Xiang, Chao Anouvong Monument and Night Market. Amenities of this hotel include free bikes, parking and wifi, restaurant, golf course, tour desk, currency exchange, gift shop and library. Guests may relax in outdoor swimming pools and have a view of surrounding picturesque gardens. Massage treatments and sauna facilities are provided at the spa. The modern rooms fitted with cable TV, minibar, air conditioner, coffee maker, balcony and many other conveniences.
Villa Maly places you close to Dara Market, Wat Mai, Royal Palace Museum. Le Vetiver Restaurant of this resort serves a lot of international dishes and wine. Drinks, cocktails and snacks are available at Maly Bar. A barbecue party at a side of outdoor pool can be offered. Make use of cable TV, tea/coffee making facilities, minibar and air conditioner in your room.
Luang Prabang Legend Hotel is situated in the centre of Luang Prabang and near Night Market, Mount Phousi and Wat Xieng Thong. There are a restaurant, a coffee shop, a bar and a nightclub in the hotel. A tour desk and ticket services will be really helpful for your journey. All rooms come with cable TV, coffee maker, fridge, balcony and many other room services.
Tamnak Lao Restaurant is well-known for traditional unique dishes of Luang Prabang. The cooks use ingredients such as wood, bark and vegetables from the local forest to create special taste. You should try two favourite dishes of this restaurant: say ua moo including Luang Prabang pork sausages and chutnee, and ua nor mai including bamboo shoots, vegetables and sweet sauce.
The Coconut Garden usually offers meals at outdoor space. While the front yard overlooks the main street, the backyard is decorated lights and fountains. The menu of restaurant includes a large number of traditional Lao and Western cuisines, desserts and drinks. Besides, the restaurant also provides several sets of meal which has five different dishes representing different flavours of Lao cuisine.
