The town of Luang Prabang itself is incredibly unbelievable. Be listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995, this area is described as the best one to learn more about Laotian culture. As a traveler, visiting Buddha Statues in Luang Prabang is a must. Here are the top 3 places that you should call by for sure! Indochina bike tours
Ride the Mekong River to Pak Ou Cave
Take a boat to visit Pak Ou Cave -source: internet
Pak Ou Cave is one of the most popular attractions in Luang Prabang that the travelers shouldn’t miss. Located upriver from the Mekong, these limestone caves have become a place of the workshop for a long time. An hour boat trip from Luang Prabang will stop next to the rock wall so that the travelers can walk to visit the cave. Its entrance is truly a masterpiece because it’s positioned in a vertical cliff in the center of an abundant jungle. But, be careful when walking because the stairs are steep.
The Buddha statues are in the cave -source: internet
Pak Ou Cave is a home of more than 2500 Buddha statues in all shapes and sizes that are scattered throughout the inside. Meanwhile, the Tham Phum (the upper cave) has over 1500 ones and altars where the Laotian people prays for more than hundreds years. However, some statues are in a poor state of preservation because of the moisture from the Mekong River.
Climb to Phou Si Mountain
The way to Phou Si Mountain -source: internet
Situated in the center of Luang Prabang, the meaning of Phou Si Mount is something like a sacred mountain. It’s about 100 m high and a perfect place for the travelers to get a panoramic view of this beautiful town. Especially, when coming there at sunset, they can find out hundreds of people who are looking for the beautiful spot to take photos. The ideal time is about 4 pm to 4.30 pm.
Buddha statues on the mountain -source: internet
After overcoming over 300 steps to be on the top, now the travelers are at the Wat Chom Si with the height of 20 m. But, keep in mind to pay an entrance fee of $2.4 (20,000 kip) per person for a half way. Also, a beautifully drawn map of all the attractions here is offered. Continue walking to arrive at a population of giant Buddha statues. There are 7 Buddha statues with 7 different postures that symbolize all the days of the week. It’s not difficult to look for a stop around to pray or pay the respects to the Buddha. Indochina travel Laos
Move to Wat Xieng Thong
Wat Xieng Thong is described as a great masterwork that characterizes the Luang Prabang style and highlights impressive carved walls, an elegant tree of life mosaic, rare Buddha statues, and a great funeral carriage. The most interesting thing of this temple is its architecture. Based mainly on the typical structure of Laos’ style, Wat Xieng Thong stands out with the curved roof and is a home of famous Prabang Buddha Statue. This temple is popular as the location for great annual festivities and the coronation of Lao kings.
Wat Xieng Thong in the sunset -source: internet
In sum, visiting Buddha Statues in Luang Prabang will give you an outstanding beauty of this town. All the three above places are well-known examples that you should visit when coming there. Go and say what you think about them, guys!
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