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.
Mount Puxi is an important attraction in the old town of Luang Prabang, and an important Buddhist holy place. The mountain is not very high. It takes about one or twenty minutes to climb to the top. The upper and lower import and export all pass through the old city. You don't have to worry about getting lost. However, the steps are still steep, coupled with the hot weather, so it is best to choose a more suitable time for one morning and one night. Most people will choose to go up to see the sunset of the Mekong River in the evening, sit quietly on the steps near the Shwedagon Pagoda on the top of the mountain, waiting for the sun to set. The area on the top of the mountain is small and there are quite a lot of people. The trees on the hillside are messy and there are few angles for sunsets, but most people just want to enjoy the baptism of the sunset.
I haven't tried it for a long time, so I sit leisurely with my foreign travel friends and wait for the sunset. The sunset of the Mekong River is so beautiful! The last time I should be watching the international sunset in Cambodia. On the mountain of Pushy Mountain, you can go down the mountain without going back. You can browse the north and south sides of the peninsula by the way.
It feels incomparable with the famous mountains in China. The mountain is more than 100 meters high. There is no cableway. Take the steps to the top of the mountain. There is a temple on the top of the mountain. In the evening, there are more people watching the sunset. The sun reflects the whole sky and the sunset is infinitely beautiful...
Phousi Hill, a cultural gem in Luang Prabang, Laos, rises majestically in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. At 100 meters above the town, it offers panoramic views of the Mekong River and the charming landscape below. Ascending the 329 steps to the summit, visitors encounter ornate shrines, including Wat Chom Si, housing a revered Buddha statue. The hill is a pilgrimage site, attracting locals and tourists alike. Sunset from Phousi Hill is especially enchanting, casting a warm glow over the town's temples and traditional architecture. The tranquility and spiritual ambiance make Phousi Hill a must-visit destination, blending natural beauty with cultural significance in the heart of Luang Prabang.
Phousi Hill, a prominent landmark in Luang Prabang, Laos, rises 100 meters above the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers. Crowned by Wat Chom Si, the hill offers panoramic views of the UNESCO World Heritage city and its surroundings. Ascending the 329 steps to the summit is a rewarding experience, featuring lush greenery, ornate temples, and glimpses of local life. Sunset atop Phousi Hill is particularly enchanting, casting a warm glow over the ancient cityscape and the flowing rivers below.
A short but steep climb to the highest point in Luang Prabang. Costs around $1 to enter. Unfortunately the annual smoke haze was terrible when we visited, so it was a poor view.