Luang Prabang
in Luang Prabang Province, Laos

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
19.886 and 102.135 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 19° 53' 9" and E 102° 8' 6"
Currency and Currency Code:
Kip - LAK
Spoken languages:
Lao, French, English
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 03:50 AM (Friday)
Timezone: Asia/Vientiane
UTC/GMT offset: 7 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
6:07 am and 6:25 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-15.649 and -74.653 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Musia
References
This place on Wikipedia
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Current travel safety evaluation for Laos in South-Eastern Asia

Safety Score: 3,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to Laos.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning Laos. Last Update: 2024-03-28 08:18:27

Touring Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang in Luang Prabang Province with it's 47,378 residents is a town located in Laos about 3,153 mi (or 5,074 km) east of Jamkhaneh, the country's capital place.

Time in Luang Prabang is now 03:50 AM (Friday). The local timezone is named Asia / Vientiane with an UTC offset of 7 hours. We know of 8 airports nearby Luang Prabang. The closest airport in Laos is Luang Phabang International Airport in a distance of 2 mi (or 3 km), North-East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There is one Unesco world heritage site nearby. It's Town of Luang Prabang in a distance of 0 mi (or 0 km), North-West. Need some hints on where to stay? We compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Being here already, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Ban Xiang-Ngeun, Muang Kasi, Sainyabuli, Muang Xay and Muang Nale. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 39°C / 101 °F

Morning Temperature 23°C / 73 °F
Evening Temperature 33°C / 92 °F
Night Temperature 29°C / 84 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 20%
Air Pressure 1010 hPa
Wind Speed Light breeze with 4 km/h (2 mph) from North-East
Cloud Conditions Scattered clouds, covering 25% of sky
General Conditions Scattered clouds

Friday, 29th of March 2024

38°C (101 °F)
26°C (78 °F)
Sky is clear, light breeze, clear sky.

Saturday, 30th of March 2024

38°C (101 °F)
26°C (79 °F)
Sky is clear, gentle breeze, clear sky.

Sunday, 31st of March 2024

40°C (104 °F)
28°C (82 °F)
Sky is clear, light breeze, clear sky.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Amantaka

Address
0,1 mi
Kingkitsarath Road Ban Thongchaleum 55/3
0600 Luangprabang
Laos

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Sofitel Luang Prabang

Address
0,3 mi
Ban Mano
0600 Luang Prabang
Laos

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


BELMOND LA RESIDENCE PHOU VAO

Address
0,6 mi
PHOU VAO ROAD NAVIENG KHAM ST
0 Luang Prabang
Laos

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


The Luang Say Residence

Address
0,7 mi
4-5 BAN PHONEPHENG
Luang Prabang
Laos

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


SATRI HOUSE

Address
0,0 mi
057 PHOTISARATH ROAD BAN THAT LUANG
85671 Luangprabang
Laos

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


MAISON SOUVANNAPHOUM HOTEL

Address
0,3 mi
RUE CHAO FA NGUM BAN THATLUANG - P.O BOX 741
23624 Luang Prabang
Laos

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


3 Nagas Luang Prabang - MGallery by Sofitel

Address
0,7 mi
Vat Nong Village
0600 Luangprabang
Laos

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Burasari Heritage

Address
0,9 mi
93 Unite 03, Phoneheuang Village
83150 Luang Prabang
Laos

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 02:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


The Grand Luang Prabang

Address
0,9 mi
Ban Xiengkeo, Khet Sangkalok, P.O. Box 1191,
1191 laos
Laos

Time Information

Checkout: 14:00 - Checkin: 12:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


SALA PRABANG

Address
0,6 mi
OUNKHAM ROAD BAN XIENG MOUANE
12410 Luang Prabang
Laos

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 12:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Kuang Si Waterfall in Luang Prabang

Published: July 03, 2012
Length: 31:04 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: magictravelblog

About thirty minutes drive outside of Luang Prabang is Kuang Si Waterfall. It's actually a long series of connected pools, many of which you can swim in. The water is pretty chilly but the...


Slow boat from Huay Xai to Luang Prabang - Day 2

Published: June 24, 2012
Length: 01:04 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: magictravelblog

On day 2 of our cruise down the Mekong river to Luang Prabang we saw some wildfires, stopped at the Buddha caves and perhaps went a little crazy after have two full days with nothing to do...


Luang Prabang, Laos, A quick visit to the night market.

Published: August 15, 2012
Length: 19:36 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Overlander.tv

South East Asia Travel Videos http://www.overlander.tv I take a bicycle ride along Luang Prabang's main street followed by a quick visit to the night market where I sample the local food and...


Luang Prabang, Laos - Day 1 - BeautyLovesTech

Published: July 10, 2014
Length: 18:35 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: BeautyLovesTech.com

Luang Prabang, Laos - Day 1 - BeautyLovesTech Royal Palace, Kuang Si Falls and That Phousi After arriving in the evening the night before, we woke up refreshed and ready to explore Luang...


Blood Lily in Luang Prabang, Laos

Published: January 03, 2013
Length: 49:50 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Darly J

http://saodarly.com A ball of fire in a flower pot. Blood lily is a plant native to South Africa that produces fiery red flowers. It's also called the fire-ball lily.


Yellow Hibiscus in Luang Prabang

Published: January 03, 2013
Length: 43:49 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Darly J

http://saodarly.com Yellow Hibiscus flower I found while walking along the Mekong River in Luang Prabang, Laos.


방비엥(Vang Vieng)에서 루앙프라방(Luang Prabang)까지 바이크로 이동

Published: October 12, 2014
Length: 00:00 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Seok-Kyun CHOI

방비엥에서 루앙프라방까지 바이크를 통해 이동. (Bike On The Cloud를 통해 예약)


Night Market Luang Prabang, Laos part 1

Published: December 20, 2010
Length: 23:52 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Darly J

http://saodarly.com/ Night Market setting up by Luang Prabang Museum, Laos.


Morning Alms Offering in Luang Prabang

Published: December 25, 2012
Length: 14:46 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Darly J

http://saodarly.com Alms Offering at Ban Vat Sene in Luang Prabang, Laos. If you are ever in Luang Prabang and would like to witness this ceremony, please keep your distance and do not use...


Morning Alms Giving in Luang Prabang

Published: July 06, 2012
Length: 12:56 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: magictravelblog

The morning alms giving is kind of a big deal in Luang Prabang. We've seen alms giving before but never on mass like this. All the monks together makes for quite the photogenic event. http://magict...


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang, or Louangphrabang, is a city located in north central Laos, at the confluence of the Nam Khan river and Mekong River about 425 km north of Vientiane. It is the capital of Luang Prabang Province. The population of the city is about 50,000. The city was formerly the capital of a kingdom of the same name. It had also been known by the ancient name of Chiang Thong. Until the communist takeover in 1975, it was the royal capital and seat of government of the Kingdom of Laos.

Located at 19.8833, 102.133 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Luang Prabang, Populated places in Luang Prabang Province, World Heritage Sites in Laos, Buddhist pilgrimages, Populated places on the Mekong River

Wat Xieng Thong

Wat Xieng Thong (or Temple of the Golden City) is a Buddhist temple, located on the northern tip of the peninsula of Luang Phrabang, Laos. Wat Xieng Thong is one of the most important of Lao monasteries and remains a significant monument to the spirit of religion, royalty and traditional art. There are over twenty structures on the grounds including a sim, shrines, pavilions and residences, in addition to its gardens of various flowers, ornamental shrubs and trees.

Located at 19.8975, 102.143 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buddhist temples in Laos, Luang Prabang

Wat Manorom

Wat Manorom is a major Buddhist temple and monastery in Luang Prabang, Laos. There are several theories as to the date of its founding; it may have been founded in 1372 or 1375 by Samsenthai, but it may also date from the reign of Laasaenthai Bouvanaat around 1492. The great bronze Buddha, 6 meters high, in the nave dates from the 1370s.

Located at 19.8828, 102.133 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
1372 establishments, Buddhist temples in Laos

Royal Palace, Luang Prabang

The Royal Palace (official name "Haw Kham") in Luang Prabang, Laos, was built in 1904 during the French colonial era for King Sisavang Vong and his family. The site for the palace was chosen so that official visitors to Luang Prabang could disembark from their river voyages directly below the palace and be received there. After the death of King Sisavang Vong, the Crown Prince Savang Vatthana and his family were the last to occupy the grounds.

Located at 19.8921, 102.136 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Palaces in Laos, Royal residences in Laos, Museums in Laos, History museums, Luang Prabang

Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham

Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham often simply Wat Mai or Wat May is a Buddhist template or wat in Luang Prabang, Laos. It is the largest and most richly decorated of the temples in Luang Prabang. Built in the 18th century it is located near the Royal Palace Museum. An emerald Buddha statue sits inside the red-gold interior.

Located at 19.8906, 102.135 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buddhist temples in Laos, Luang Prabang

Phou si

Mount Phou Si, also written Mount Phu Si, is a 100m high hill in the centre of the old town of Luang Prabang. It lies in the heart of the old town peninsula and is bordered on one side by the Mekong River and on the other side by the Nam Khan River. The hill is a local religious site, and houses several Buddhist shrines. Halfway up the hill, overlooking the Nam Khan is Wat Tham Phou Si, a Buddhist temple.

Located at 19.8904, 102.137 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Luang Prabang

Wat Sen

Wat Sen, Luang Prabang also known as Wat Sene Souk Haram is a Buddhist temple, located in Luang Phrabang, Laos.

Located at 19.8956, 102.142 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buddhist temples in Laos, Luang Prabang

Big Brother Mouse

Big Brother Mouse is a not-for-profit publishing project in Laos. Big Brother Mouse focuses on publishing books that improve literacy and quality of life; and on making those books accessible, particularly in rural Lao villages. Books are scarce in Laos. Many people have never read anything except old textbooks and government pamphlets.

Located at 19.895, 102.141 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Social entrepreneurship, Education in Laos, Rural culture, Publishing by country, Children's books

Wat Pa Phon Phao

Wat Pa Phon Phao, also Wat Phon Phao, Wat Phonphao, or Wat Phol Phao, meaning "Peacefulness Temple", is a Buddhist temple situated on a hill in the southeast of Luang Prabang, Laos, across the Nam Khan River from Luang Prabang Airport. The temple, a golden stupa, is used as a forest meditation retreat, and was once headed by the abbot Ajahn Saisamut, a noted Lao Buddhist teacher. His funeral in 1992 was one of the largest funeral services Laos had ever seen.

Located at 19.8831, 102.15 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buddhist temples in Laos, Buildings and structures in Luang Prabang


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Luang Prabang, Luang Phrabang, Louang Prabang, Luan Praban, Louangphrabang, Louangphabang, لوانغ برابانغ, Луанпрабан, Луангпхабанг, Луанг-Прабанг, Luangprabango, لوآنگ پرابانگ, לואנג פרבאנג, Luangprabang, LPQ, ルアンパバーン郡, ლუანგპრაბანგი, 루앙프라방, ຫລວງພະບາງ, ເມືອງຫຼວງພະບາງ, Luangprabangas, Luanpabana, ലുവാങ് പ്രബാങ്, Луанг Прабанг, लुआंग प्रबांग, ਲੁਆਂਗ ਪਰਾਬਾਂਗ, หลวงพระบาง, لوانگ پرابانگ, 琅勃拉邦