Luang Prabang, Northern Laos
This Northern Laos city is aggressively chasing international tourists. It has much to offer, and is putting a lot of effort into preserving the strong French provincial nature of its architecture.
For those who might be interested to read about this trip, I have written a 7000 word story.
For those who might be interested to read about this trip, I have written a 7000 word story.
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Luang Prabang cityThe French provincial nature of the city is very evident, and not hidden at all.
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Mekong RiverThe river is wide, fast-flowing, and red from the Himalayan silt it is carrying from Southern China.
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Pak Ou CavesIn a river cliff, about an hour up the Mekong by boat, are the Pak Ou caves...large limestone galleries that have been heavily populated with large and small Buddha icons.
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Luang Prabang TemplesThere are many interesting and colourful Buddhist temples in the city.
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Kouang Si WaterfallA lovely, cool place not far from the city.
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