Luang Prabang is regarded by many as the most charming city in Asia. The former capital has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its combination of exquisite Buddhist temples, French colonial buildings and historic Laotian structures.
The sight of traditional wooden houses, royal structures, and remarkable gilded wats (temples) resting against a backdrop of lush hills like in Luang Prabang is not one that can be seen everywhere. But more than the famous sites, Luang Prabang also offers great opportunities for trekking, kayaking and river cruise just outside of the city, surrounding the breathtaking landscape of green mountains.
