Being a night owl may not match with the lifestyle in Luang Prabang. The city wakes up early, and things tend to close down when the sky grows dark. While there is some night life in the more touristy bars and clubs, in general, Luang Prabang is a quiet and sleepy city, especially once the sun goes down. Luang Prabang is considered to be one of the most charming and peaceful cities in Southeast Asia.
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Exploring Luang Prabang’s Morning Market
The Luang Prabang Morning Market comes alive before the sun rises. After spending a cool, fresh morning experiencing a Lao alms-giving ceremony, head to the morning market to buy some of the freshest, healthiest, and most delicious produce in the city. You have to wake up early to experience the Morning Market, but it’s one of the coolest local experiences that you really shouldn’t miss when traveling to the city.
10 Must-Have Experiences in Luang Prabang, Laos
For such a small town, Luang Prabang has a lot to offer. From temple-hopping and silent cinema to sipping snake whisky and shopping at the night market, it’s hard to be bored, even if the town looks a little sleepy from the outside. Here, we share some of the coolest experiences that we recommend you to try when visiting Luang Prabang, Laos.
5 must-try local restaurants in Luang Prabang, Laos
Recommendations for the best restaurants in Luang Prabang, Laos. When you are traveling, one of the best ways to connect to a local place is through the food. Try out these delicious traditional Laotian dishes at some great restaurants in Luang Prabang.
Luang Prabang Public Library – a great way to give back in Laos
While exploring Luang Prabang, Laos, don’t overlook the unassuming Luang Prabang Public Library. The library is much more than just a place to borrow books; in fact, it’s a great organization that encourages literacy and education throughout Laos.
10 Best Temples in Luang Prabang, Laos
Luang Prabang, Laos, has over thirty UNESCO recognized historical temples. Which ones should you visit? Here are the top 10 Buddhist temples in Luang Prabang that you must not miss.
Should you take the VIP Day Bus in Laos? – An Honest Review
Should you take the day bus (VIP Bus) in Laos? This is our honest review of the VIP bus journey between Luang Prabang and Vientiane, Laos via VIP day bus, both the good and the bad.
Morning Alms Giving Ceremony in Luang Prabang: Everything You Need to Know
The morning alms giving ceremony is an amazing way to participate in an ancient local custom, and to get in touch with the spirituality, history, and cultural heritage of Luang Prabang. Unfortunately, bad and disrespectful behavior by tourists has soured the experience somewhat. Help change things by being a responsible tourist. What time is the alms giving ceremony in Luang Prabang? How should you behave? What is the dress code? How do you give alms to monks?
Pak Ou Caves Day Trip from Luang Prabang- Is it worth it?
One of the most popular day trips from Luang Prabang, Laos is to visit the legendary Pak Ou Caves. What are the Pak Ou Caves? How much does it cost to visit them? How do you get there? Is it worth it to spend half a day visiting the caves? Read on!
Ban Xang Hai – the Whisky Village outside of Luang Prabang
Ban Xang Hai, commonly referred to as the “Whisky Village” sits about 30km north of Luang Prabang. A visit to the village includes free shots of strong Lao whisky, the chance to buy lots of traditional handicrafts, and a short stop to explore the village. Is it worth it to visit the Whisky Village in Luang Prabang? Is the lao-lao rice whisky any good? Read on!
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