Welcome to Luang Prabang

The charming hideaway of Luang Prabang, is one of Indochina’s gems and the showpiece of Laos.

Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995, the well preserved city is more of a sleepy backwater than a modern metropolis.

Wedged into the confluence of the mighty Mekong and lesser Khan river, Luang Prabang's peaceful location sets the pace for the unhurried way of life in the second largest city in Laos. Its grid-like road network makes it virtually impossible to get lost, and the entire town can be covered on foot in a day.

This is not to say there is not much to see here: Luang Prabang is home to some cultural jewels. Formerly the seat of government and royal capital of the Lan Xang Kingdom, the city has long been a centre of religion and culture. Its preserved heritage is one of its main appeals as a tourist destination and the city is fast becoming an essential stop-off on the Southeast Asian tourist.

Visitors can enjoy the sights of monks collecting alms early in the morning, charming colonial architecture and ornate temples of distinct Laotian design, as well as spend relaxed afternoons at the hotel. Handmade crafts dominate the markets here, with embroidered quilts, wall hangings and scarves sold by women dressed in colourful ethnic costume.