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Luang Prabang
Laos
A UNESCO-listed town where the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers meet, with gilded temples and French colonial houses. Monks collect alms at dawn, and Kuang Si Falls is nearby.
Best time to visit Luang Prabang
The best time to visit Luang Prabang is November to February.
Quick facts
- Trip type
- Culture
- Region
- Asia
- Budget
- $ (budget-friendly)
- Time zone
- Asia/Vientiane (UTC+7 in January)
- Coordinates
- 19°53′N 102°08′E
Facts last checked 2 Oct 2026. Sources: en.wikipedia.org.
Known for
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When is the best time to visit Luang Prabang?
The best time to visit Luang Prabang is November to February.
How expensive is Luang Prabang?
Luang Prabang is budget-friendly: $ on JourneyBay's four-level budget scale, from $ (budget-friendly) to $$$$ (expensive).
What is Luang Prabang known for?
Luang Prabang is known for temples, alms giving and Kuang Si Falls. A UNESCO-listed town where the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers meet, with gilded temples and French colonial houses. Monks collect alms at dawn, and Kuang Si Falls is nearby.
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