Tourist Attractions in Luang Prabang, Laos

Popularly titled as the 'Jewel in Laos Crown', Luang Prabang (an UNESCO World Heritage City) is a cup full of diversity flowing around. It has worked wonders to preserve its natural aesthetics and manages to charm the tourist with its splendid vibes. 

From traces of traditions to contemporary transitions, Luang Prabang is one of the best tourist destinations to tick off your travel list. Let’s go down the list of tourist attractions which must be explored so as to soak into the transcendence: 

• Alms Giving Ceremony: This is the perfect way to explore the traditions of Laos, i.e. by becoming a part of sacred Buddhist Alms Giving Ceremony. Although termed as a highly placed rituals only for locals, visitors can be a part with due respect towards the traditions.

• Elephant Village Sanctuary: This sanctuary is close to Nam Khan River banks and provides a peaceful and green future for rescued elephants.

• Kuang Si Waterfall: Kuang Si (Xi) Waterfall is a 50-metre, three tiered drop with spectacular cobalt pools flowing along with it. These pools are great for swimming and said to be one of the major attractions for tourists. You can book your stay at Indigo House, a luxury Restaurant and Cafe in Luang Prabang, as it has a connective location and proposes various transportation benefits.

• Luang Prabang Library: This library proposes a golden opportunity for poor schools and families from remote areas to read and learn the dynamics of the world.  Tourists can step on the Luang Prabang Library boats and hand over books to school, children and people. Give your part by donating a book to the library!

• Mount Phousi: This natural figure rise from 150 metres above the town’s central position, and is a visual beauty to Luang Prabang’s horizon. Watch out the sun rise or set over Mekong River, and along the way, offer prayers to various temples.

• Royal Palace Museum: Also known as Haw Kham, this museum comprises of well-groomed gardens and spacious areas to explore the divinities. You can give a couple of hours learning about Laos’s cultural aspects and history.

• Arts & Ethnology Centre: Traditional Arts & Ethnology Centre offers a rare sight to visitors into the rich culture of Laotian people through pictures, videos and quotes. It is established as the only museum which is non-profit.

• Wat Xieng Thong: It is widely known as the ‘Golden Tree Monastery’, and said to be the top-most place for several festivals and gatherings to be held. This was once said to be a significant place for crowning of Laos kings.