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Luang Prabang |
| Luang Prabang was the ancient capital city of the
Lane Xang Kingdom (the ancient name of Laos). It was
declared as one of the world heritage city by UNESCO.
Luang Prabang has a lot of historical and cultural
landmarks that are indescribably beautiful and unspoiled
by the modern world. |
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Phra Thaat Phou Si - was built in 1804 and situated on top of Phou Si
mountain in the center of Luang Prabang city. If you
want to go up from the base to the top of Phou Si, you
have to climb up the 328 zig-zag stairs up the hill
slope. From the top you will be able to see the view of
the city, from there you can also see the National
Museum (used to be the King's Place). It has been told
that you are still not in Luang Prabang unless you visit
Phra Thaat Phou Si. |
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The National
Museum - the former Royal Palace. In here you
will find the richness of the Lao throne, gifts
presented to Kings of Lane Xang from foreign
leaders at that time and other invaluable antique.
Just outside of the museum you will see the statue
of King Sisavangvong made by former Soviet Union.
Right in front of the King's statue is the Phra
Bang Chapel which houses the Phra Bang (the holy
Buddha statue that represents the city of Luang
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Wat Xieng Thong - This is the most beautiful wat (temple) in
Luang Prabang. It represents the truely Lao architecture
and reflecting the lifestyle of the people of Luang
Prabang. Wat Xieng Thong was built in 1560, it houses
the royal urns used during a royal funeral
ceremony.
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Tham Ting - this is one of the most amazing caves in
Luang Prabang. It is located at Pak Ou about 40
kilometers from Luang Prabang city. There are lots
and lots of small buddha images inside the cave.
No one knows how long ago that people took those
buddha images and kept them there. Buddha images
are made of wood, all sorts of metal and other
materials. This place represents how much Lao
people especially Luang Prabang people believe in
Buddhism. You can go there by using speed boats or
slow boats which give different kind of
feeling. | |
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Taat Kuang Si - this is the biggest and most famous
waterfall in Luang Prabang. It is located 30
kilometer down south from the city of Luang
Prabang. This is a perfect place for relaxation
because of its fresh air and fantastic view.
Around the area you can see how rural people live.
In there you can also see many different ways that
people use hydropower in their basic
lifestyle. |
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