Luang Prabang, Laos: The Hidden Gem of Southeast Asia | 5 January 2026

9 places in this vlog

In the order they appear. Tap a time to play it here, or ↗ to open YouTube at that second.

1. 0:55

   Nam Khan River

   🏢 Landmark · Historic Peninsula

   Suggested as the place to start exploring, following the water to get a feel for the city.

2. 1:30

   Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre

   🏛️ Museum · Historic Peninsula

3. 1:44

   Wat Xieng Thong

   ⛩️ Temple · Historic Peninsula

   The fine decorative details reward visitors who slow down and look closely.

4. 2:24

   Mount Phousi

   🥾 Hike · Historic Peninsula

   From the top, the Mekong and Nam Khan, temples, rooftops and jungle hills are all visible at once.

5. 2:53

   Wat Chom Si

   ⛩️ Temple · Historic Peninsula

   Sits beside the summit viewpoint, where the layout of the city suddenly makes sense.

6. 4:06

   Royal Palace (Haw Kham)

   🏰 Palace · Historic Peninsula

7. 4:36

   Mekong Riverside

   🏢 Landmark · Historic Peninsula

   A spot to watch the boat traffic and feel the river breeze.

8. 5:16

   UXO Lao Visitor Centre

   🏛️ Museum · Ban Phonheuang

   Described as a quieter, more serious stop, but an important one.

9. 6:01

   President Souphanouvong Monument

   🏛️ Historic site · Historic Peninsula

   Recommended as a late-afternoon stop.