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Luang Prabang, in photographs. 16 perspectives on Luang Prabang, from the familiar view to details worth a closer look. Select a photograph to open it at full size.
Photographs show different viewpoints, dates and conditions. They do not establish current access to a particular route. Every image is credited below.
Wat Xieng Thong’s sweeping roof Photo: Basile Morin , CC BY-SA 4.0 Luang Prabang from Mount Phou Si Photo: 松岡明芳 , CC BY-SA 3.0 The cascades of Kuang Si Falls near Luang Prabang Photo: NruasPaoYPP , CC BY-SA 4.0 Gilded decoration at Wat Xieng Thong Photo: LaoPDR , CC BY-SA 3.0 A Lao New Year procession in Luang Prabang Photo: Darren On The Road , CC BY 2.0 Traditional woodwork at Heuan Chan Heritage House Photo: Basile Morin , CC BY-SA 4.0 The ornate façade of Wat Xieng Thong Photo: Alcyon , CC BY-SA 4.0 The Mekong and the hills at dusk Photo: Basile Morin , CC BY-SA 4.0 The sweeping roof of Wat Xieng Thong Photo: Balon Greyjoy , Public domain A turquoise pool beneath Kuang Si Falls near Luang Prabang Photo: Basile Morin , CC BY-SA 4.0 Pirogue and boat on the Mekong with colourful sky at sunset in Luang Prabang, LaosPhoto: Basile Morin , CC BY-SA 4.0 The emerald pools of Kuang Si Falls Photo: Basile Morin , CC BY-SA 4.0 Young Buddhist monk pushing a hand cart to join others busy cleaning the yard of the Wat Xieng Thong temple in Luang Prabang (Laos) Photo: Basile Morin , CC BY-SA 4.0 Landscape with rainbow and the Old Bridge over the Nam Khan river, Phetsarat road, in Luang Prabang, Laos Photo: Basile Morin , CC BY-SA 4.0 Kuang Si Falls with submerged tree in turquoise water, in Luang Prabang province, Laos Photo: Basile Morin , CC BY-SA 4.0 Wat Xieng Thong Temple in Luang Prabang Photo: Jakub Hałun , CC BY-SA 4.0 The story behind the picture
Look at the rhythm of the town Luang Prabang brings temples, wooden buildings, river edges and daily life into close relationship. A focused walk rewards attention to materials, shade and thresholds. Respectful distance and understanding matter when observing religious practice.
Group temple visits and leave time for the river. Follow local guidance on dress and photography, particularly around ceremonies and worshippers.
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