Luang Prabang

In the Luang Prabang area in Laos, the Tat Sae Waterfalls are a tranquil set of water cascades on a small tributary river. They’re a great spot for swimming, lounging, and bathing, enjoyed by tourists and locals alike.

The morning market in Luang Prabang Laos has an incredible variety of products on sale, from the relativity docile, to the downright extreme. Sample a variety fruits and vegetables from all of the region, while at the same time, enjoy such delicacies as live micro-shrimp and “rat soup.”

The daily, regimented ritual of giving alms to the monks in Luang Prabang, Laos is a culturally and visually striking event that is not to be missed. Hundreds of monks parade past alms givers, receiving food for their single daily meal. Tourists are welcome to kneel beside locals, bearing gifts of sticky...

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