Luang Prabang, Ancient royal capital in northern Laos
Luang Prabang sits at the meeting point of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, surrounded by mountains at an elevation of 305 meters.
The city maintained its position as the royal capital of the Kingdom of Laos from the 16th century until the political changes of 1975.
The morning alms ceremony involves hundreds of Buddhist monks walking through streets to receive food offerings from local residents and visitors.
The international airport connects travelers to major Southeast Asian cities, while the night market presents local textiles and traditional food specialties.
The collection of 33 temples within the UNESCO heritage area combines traditional Lao architecture with French colonial elements from different periods.
Location: Luang Prabang Province
Elevation above the sea: 305 m
Website: http://tourismluangprabang.org
GPS coordinates: 19.89000,102.13472
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:35
Southeast Asia contains geological formations, coral reefs and ancient temples. The destinations include Lake Toba volcanic lake in Indonesia, Wat Rong Khun Buddhist temple in Thailand and the historical city of Luang Prabang in Laos. The region contains the Banaue Rice Terraces, Komodo National Park and Belitung Island.
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Wat Sen
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Wat That Luang
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165 m
Wat Pa Huak
169 m
Wat Mahathat
369 m
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Wat Pak Khan
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Wat Suwanna Khili
1.2 km
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Vat Choum Khong
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Wat Long Koon
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Wat Aham
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