Very good.

(Translated by Google) Ma Tien Cave is halfway up Ma Tien Mountain (Roi Horse Mountain), located in Ma Tien village, Yen Dong commune, Yen Mo district, about 25 km from the center of Ninh Binh City. To get here, visitors will have to rent a boat to go through Dong Thai Lake, which has a water surface area of ​​about 380 hectares and is also the largest freshwater lake in Ninh Binh province. At the foot of Ma Tien mountain there is a small shrine worshiping Mother Goddess. Behind the temple is the path to the cave entrance, about 100 stone steps along the mountainside. The cave entrance is about 15 m high and 10 m wide. The cave floor is slightly sunken, not flat and has many large and small, bumpy and undulating rocks. From the cave floor, go through a narrow cave entrance and you will step up to the 2nd floor of Ma Tien cave, where there are 5 small cave chambers with different sizes, heights and scenery. The cave chamber on the west side of the 2nd floor is called the fairy's residence. This cave chamber is the highest and coolest. In the cave there is a "jewel well" that always has water. The entire Ma Tien cave has not only one cave entrance, but also 3 open-air entrances on the top of the mountain so it is always bright, cool, and airy. In Ma Tien cave, many bats live. (Original) Động Mã Tiên trên lưng chừng núi Mã Tiên (núi Roi Ngựa), nằm ở địa phận thôn Mã Tiên, xã Yên Đồng, huyện Yên Mô, cách trung tâm Thành phố Ninh Bình khoảng 25 km. Để đến được đây du khách sẽ phải thuê thuyền đi qua hồ Đồng Thái có diện tích mặt nước khoảng 380 héc-ta và cũng là hồ nước ngọt lớn nhất tỉnh Ninh Bình. Ở chân núi Mã Tiên có am thờ Mẫu nhỏ. Phía sau am là đường lên cửa động khoảng gần 100 bậc đá men theo sườn núi. Cửa động cao khoảng 15 m và rộng 10 m. Nền động hơi trũng xuống, không được bằng phẳng và có nhiều khối đá lớn nhỏ gập ghềnh nhấp nhô. Từ nền hang đi qua một cửa hang hẹp sẽ bước lên tầng 2 của động Mã Tiên, nơi có 5 buồng hang nhỏ với các kích thước, độ cao và cảnh sắc khác nhau. Buồng hang phía Tây của tầng 2 gọi là nơi tiên ở. Buồng hang này cao nhất và mát nhất. Trong động có "giếng ngọc" lúc nào cũng có nước. Toàn bộ động Mã Tiên không chỉ có một cửa hang, mà còn có đến 3 cửa lộ thiên trên đỉnh núi nên lúc nào cũng sáng sủa, mát mẻ, thông thoáng. Trong động Mã Tiên có nhiều dơi sinh sống.

(Translated by Google) A beautiful, wild and mysterious cave that has not yet been exploited for tourism. If you want to visit, please note that we have to rent a boat for about 20 minutes to cross Dong Thai Lake. The boats are currently not equipped with life buoys. The inside of the cave is quite wet and dangerous, so you should be careful if you want to fully explore this cave. You should wear shoes with high grip. photo by TuanAnh - May 2, 2021 (Original) Một động đẹp hoang sơ, huyền bí hiện chưa được đưa vào khai thác du lịch . các bạn muốn đến tham quan lưu ý một chút là chúng ta phải thuê thuyền ngồi chừng 20ph đi xuyên qua hồ Đồng Thái, các thuyền hiện tại chưa có trang bị các phao cứu sinh. bên trong hang khá là ẩm ướt dễ trơn trượt nguy hiểm, mn nên cẩn thận nếu như muốn khám phá hết hang động này. nên mang giày dép có độ bám cao. photo by TuanAnh - 02.05.2021

(Translated by Google) The cave is beautiful but slippery and difficult to walk through and you have to find your way (Original) Hang đẹp nhưng trơn khó đi và phải mò đường

(Translated by Google) This is a great nature adventure…. (Original) Toto je velké přírodní dobrodružství....

(Translated by Google) The cave is very large, with many large and beautiful stalactites. The cave is as high as a 10-story house, but access is difficult because you have to use a rowing boat or a pole. (Original) Hang động rất rộng, nhiều thạch nhũ to và đẹp. Động có chỗ cao bằng ngôi nhà 10 tầng, tuy nhiên việc tiếp cận khó khăn do phải dùng thuyền chèo tay hoặc chống sào

(Translated by Google) Great (Original) Tuyệt vời

Good for take photos

good

So huge

(Translated by Google) The lake is about 300 hectares wide, surrounded by rocky mountains and natural forests. The mountain scenery and open water surface bring a feeling of being in harmony with nature. (Original) Hồ rộng khoảng 300 ha với núi đá và rừng tưn nhiên bao quanh, cảnh sắc núi và mặt nước rông mang lại một cảm giác được hòa vào với thiên nhiên.

(Translated by Google) A great place for a weekend picnic (Original) Một địa điểm tuyệt vời để dã ngoại cuối tuần

(Translated by Google) Beautiful lake! Lots of fish. The fishing price is a bit high at 300k/1 shift for fishing tickets. Uncle Nhat, one of the lake owners, is quite enthusiastic. Took our group around the lake to find fishing spots for quite a while but didn't complain. Boat transfer ticket price is 200k The scene is very beautiful. In particular, the lake only opens for fishing in May every year and then closes for fish farming. So the lake has the most hidden potential with many huge goods. (Original) Hồ đẹp! Cá nhiều. Giá câu thì hơi cao 300k/1 ca với vé câu đài. Bác Nhất 1 trong các chủ hồ khá nhiệt tình. Đưa đoàn mình đi quanh hồ để tìm điểm câu khá lâu nhưng ko than vãn gì. Giá vé đưa đón bằng thuyền là 200k Cảnh rất đẹp. Đặc biệt hồ chỉ mở câu vào tháng 567 hàng năm sau đó đóng cửa để nuôi cá. Nên hồ tiềm ẩn nhất nhiều hàng khủng.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful lake, cheap boat rental price, enthusiastic boat driver (Original) Hồ đẹp, giá thuê thuyền tham quan hồ rẻ, lái thuyền nhiệt tình

Nice golf course :) will come back another time

This is really so so good. It is far more than our expectation. I am suprised with the cleaness and excellent environment here. We will surely stay here again in our next trip to North Vietnam

Nice Green, nice view and very enjoyable Course

Here is also a golf range for those who do not have enough time or other conditions to play on the golf course. Cost for each training session is very affordable, only 120k vnd for 100 balls, rent clubs 70k, rent shoes 250k.

Great course design and greens. Only thing is stacked tee boxes on 1 or 10 when turning.

Relaxing time with family, group of friends. Can rent a room within 10 person. With 18 holes u can play with friend

Beautiful golf course!

Nice place for family vacation

(Translated by Google) The beach is comfortable, the sand is long and wide. Clear, Green Water. Always surprising. In particular, the beach is still pristine, not crowded, children can bathe well. Everyone should bathe at Quynh Nghia beach and eat, drink, and have fun at Quynh Bang (Original) Bãi biển thoải, bờ cát dài, rộng. Nước Trong, Xanh nhé. Bất ngờ luôn. Đặc biệt bãi còn hoang sơ, không bon chen, Trẻ em tắm tốt. Mọi người nên tắm bãi Quỳnh Nghĩa và ăn uống, vui chơi ở Quỳnh Bàng nhé

Nice beach

(Translated by Google) The beach is long, the water is quite clear, the waves are not too strong nor too deep, very safe for children to swim, a quite wild beach that has not been exploited much so the guests are mainly locals, there is still a lot of trash along the coast. (Original) Bờ biển dài, nước khá trong, sóng không quá mạnh cũng như không quá sâu rất an toàn cho trẻ em tắm, một bãi biển còn khá hoang sơ chưa được khai thác nhiều nên khách chủ yếu là dân bản địa, dọc bờ biển còn khá nhiều rác

(Translated by Google) Very nice, only 3.5 hours drive from Hanoi, food is cheap, if you like swimming, this place is very ok, not too crowded (Original) Rất tuyệt cách HN chỉ 3.5 giờ lái xe ăn uống cũng rẻ ai mê tắm biển bơi lội thì chỗ này rất ok ko bị đông quá

(Translated by Google) The beach is long and the sand is gentle, ok for swimming. However, there is a lot of garbage, and because the beach is located between the two streams flowing from the mainland to the sea, the water color is not very clear on rough days. In return, this is a fishing village, people gather fish every morning, quite crowded. It is also a tourist boat port to visit and check in the legendary Dragon Eye Cave. (Original) Bã dài và cát thoải, cũng ok để tắm. Tuy nhiên tình trạng rác thải hơi nhiều, và cũng vì bãi nằm giữa đầu hai con lạch từ đất liền chảy ra biển nên những ngày biển động màu nước không được trong cho lắm. Bù lại đây là làng chài, bà con kéo cá tập kết về mỗi sáng sớm khá đông vui. Cũng là cảng thuyền du lịch tham quan check in Hang Mắt Rồng trong truyền thuyết.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful beach, clean and clear water, reasonable prices, delicious food; - One of the few beaches worth visiting in the North and North Central regions; (Original) Biển đẹp, nước sạch và trong xanh, ăn uống giá cả hợp lý, đồ ăn rất ngon; - Là một trong ít những bãi biển nên đến tại miền Bắc và Bắc Trung Bộ;

Should visit before 4pm if you travel by Bus and want to enter Sam Son Beach area. The bus no.2 only goes to Sam Son center by early line accordling to ticket seller of this bus line . If you are a history lover this is a good place to explore.

Worth visiting if you are passing through. There's a reasonable amount of information in Vietnamese and English on different boards around the site, although the museum is quite small. There is a ticket booth at the south gate but all the others are just open and you can roam about the site freely on foot or by motorbike. The entrance fee was 40k VND and the security guard was very helpful trying to explain where I could go and everything I could see, despite not speaking English. Overall it was interesting and worth a visit but I wouldn't go out of my way to visit (probably not worth a round trip out of tam coc / ninh binh city just for this unless you have time to spare).

It was an enjoyable day. Quite a lot of walking so wear good footwear. Lots of exhibits to see spread over a wide area. For no good reason they don't allow you to leave through the entrance and insist on making you walk quite a distance, to get out. Which was the completely the opposite direction to where my bike was parked. Absolutely ridiculous given the heat and humidity. The attraction needs a lot of investment and general work to give it the wow factor...not sure people value it as an historic site or just a backdrop to take photos.

Designated a World Heritage site in 2011, Ho Citadel still doesn't receive many foreign visitors. Built at the end of the 14th century, the inner walls and four main gates of the citadel are still standing. Called Thành Nhà Hồ in Vietnamese, the complex is surrounded by a fertile rural landscape. The walls are overgrown with creepers and grass, but still make an impressive sight rising from the rice fields. Vietnamese farmers go about their work, both outside and inside the citadel grounds; sitting down to rest in the shade of its arched gates during the hottest part of the day. The grand royal ruins and the agricultural work going on around it, remind me of sketches by Piranesi of Rome in the 18th century, when Italy was rediscovering its past, just as Vietnam is doing today. Located near the town of Vĩnh Lộc in Thanh Hóa Province, Ho Citadel can be reached by several rural back-roads. Although the enclosure is very large (close to 1km2) it's not immediately visible, especially if you arrive at either the north, east or west gates (the south gate being the main entrance). From some positions the wall is so overgrown it's almost indistinguishable from the farmland it abuts. The main entrance (10,000vnđ) is through the south gate, where there are guides available and a small museum. The latter tries very hard – with English language labels and information boards – but doesn't amount to much more that bits and pieces of pottery, cannonballs, bricks and tiles. The other gates also have small ticket offices, but most of the ticket inspectors seem to be either asleep or drunk and drowsy. If you avoid weekends and public holidays chances are you'll have the whole citadel to yourself, making you feel as though you're the first foreigner to have stumbled upon these imperial ruins.

My mother’s hometown is here. The citadel was built in the 15th century when Thăng Long Hanoi was attacked by Ming dynasty (old name of China) at that time. UNESCO had recognized this place as one of its heritage in Vietnam

It’s a nice place to bring the kids to at sunset or to fly kites. Information in both Vietnamese and English.

It's an intruding historical place. An old Royal Palace like the citadel in Hanoi but in a more raw condition. But really there isn't much left there to see, except the massive, 3 arched, old gate.

The massage is ok, but the last masseuse was very insensitive and kind of hates foreigner, that my lower back is hurting till now. The most disappointing thing is that they ask for a tip. I don't mind giving, but they shouldn't annoyingly ask

prepay upfront. not too clean. therapist ask for tips for 200k during therapy and wander around thereafter waiting for tips. she came in without knocking the door and didn’t leave when i am still dressing up

Good place to relax. I do herbal bath that is good in winter.

Decent clean, no hanky panky massage. Girls may not have full strength. Good for rub.

Best in the city for massage.

ok

Good

The only bar worthwhile in Vinh if you happen to travel through the town. Cheap beer and drinks. Friendly staff.

Degraded :)) It's good to be a bar, but it's no longer a chilling pub.

Good drink but I didn't quite like their music

I like. Good place for drink pair of beer.

So so, music is good, food is quite enough

Good place tonhamg out, good beer

Good atmosphere, cheap

Vinh may seem very overwhelming when you arrive, but Vinh Guru Tours is a refuge amongst that chaos. The staff are really friendly and speak great English. Although the tours into Pu Mat were a little out of our budget unfortunately, the staff were able to help us book a train onward to Ninh Binh which we didn’t even know was an option! If you are worried about onward travel/need to book a tour in Vinh, use Vinh Guru Tours! A side note: they are attached to the ‘serviced apartments’ at the Google maps location, their office is on the bottom floor. When you arrive they may seem closed but go to the left gate, shout hello, and you will be warmly welcomed!

Been using their transportation service couple of times for my business trip around Vinh. The driver Andy speaks fairly good English, helpful and reliable. Highly recommended.

Very helpfull and conveniet! They help me a lot and gave information for free! Thank you vor helping me in Vinh! If someone need a tour or information around Nghe An Province, should go there!

(Translated by Google) We were able to enjoy the warm welcome from the team and the great guide Andy to help us discover the heights of Pu Mat. They were able to adapt their offers to our specific needs and Andy was absolutely brilliant as a guide and then to help us continue our stay in complete peace of mind. I recommend 100%! (Original) On a pu profiter de l'accueil chaleureux de l'équipe et du super guide Andy pour nous faire découvrir les hauteurs de Pu Mat. Ils ont su adapter leurs offres à nos besoins spécifiques et Andy a été absolument génial en guide et pour nous aider ensuite pour continuer notre séjour en toute quiétude. Je recommande à 100% !

(Translated by Google) Enthusiastic consultants and professional implementation team. Dedicated customer care, professional tour guide team (Original) Nhân viên tư vấn nhiệt tình, ekip thực hiện chuyên nghiệp. Chăm sóc khách hàng tận tình, đội ngũ hướng dẫn viên chuyên nghiệp

(Translated by Google) A wonderful, exciting experience with great guides and great services! (Original) Một trải nghiệm tuyệt vời, lý thú với những hướng dẫn viên tuyệt vời và những dịch vụ tuyệt vời !

(Translated by Google) Professional, quality travel and event company! (Original) Công ty du lịch và sự kiện làm việc chuyên nghiệp, chất lương !

Lovely place for swimming in lush nature

Very beautiful nature, this is a very lake to stroll around and swim. We had a lovely kayaking tour in this stunning lake

We had an unforgettable kayaking and standup paddle boarding tours in Khe Lau lake. Very nice lake to discover and explore

Nice place for fishing in Dong Du valley

Beautiful place to swim and wander around in Dong Du Valley

Amazing place to stroll around and have a lovely swimming in this charming lake surrounded by tropical rainforest and lush nature

One of the most beautiful lake in Dong Du Valley

Nice experience

Ok

(Translated by Google) It is a 2720m high mountain peak located on the Vietnam-Laos border. It is a journey with many levels of emotions in harmony with majestic nature. Step through the ancient trees along the road, large and small waterfalls and a sea of ​​clouds overflowing along the road. We hunted clouds successfully. You should go in early spring or March-April because there is little rain on this occasion and Azalea flowers bloom brightly throughout the vast forests. (Original) Là đỉnh núi cao 2720m nằm trên biên giới Việt Lào. Là một hành trình với nhiều cung bậc cảm xúc hoà mình với thiên nhiên hùng vỹ. Bước chân qua những tán cây cổ thụ ven đường, những dòng thác lớn nhỏ và biển mây tràn lên ven đường. Chúng tôi đã săn mây thành công. Bạn nên đi vào đầu xuân hoặc tháng 3-4 vì dịp này ít mưa và hoa Đỗ Quyên nở sáng rực cả những cánh rừng bạt ngàn.

(Translated by Google) 2782m high, ideal trekking spot in Nghe An (Original) Cao 2782m, điểm treckking lý tưởng ở Nghệ An

(Translated by Google) If I want to get there, which way should I go? (Original) Mình muốn đến thì phải đi đường nào lên vậy

(Translated by Google) Pretty (Original) Đẹp

(Translated by Google) Been in Na Ngoi for 16 years but have never been up 🤣😋 (Original) Đã ở na ngoi được 16 năm nhưng chưa được lên lần nào 🤣😋

Fantastic trip. Our guide, Tuey, was amazing and incredibly knowledgable of the local flora and fauna as well as being incredibly helpful at booking our bus the following day. The local boatmen/cooks were awesome and it was such a lovely touch for us to join them for dinner and to be able to ask them some questions about their lives. The food was exceptional and it was such an amazing experience to wake up in nature. The boat ride and the wildlife spotting was brilliant. Do this tour.

Awesome tour! We did the 2 days 1 night nest experience. Somli was an amazing tour guide and the people from the village that supported the activities were very friendly. The short visit was packed with lots of activities from eating traditional food like flowers of the banana tree from the jungle itself to a couple of hours in the watching post at night trying to have glimpses of the wildlife. We learned not only about the park, its wildlife and the efforts to conserve it, but also of the villages, its culture and history directly from them. Next time we hope to take the longer experience and the night safari. Hope the park gets more visits and support, it deserves it.

Our experience: Knowlegeable experienced English speaking guide. Tasty vegetarian food. Good place to sleep. Plenty of water. Great experience on the night ride boat: we saw a leopard cat, deers, otters, owls and a python. The second day was a bit disappointing: too much free time, the treck is too short and the second place where we slept was too close to the the first camp. The return trip was also disappointing: we woke up very early knowing that we would not spot any animals. To sum up: the idea of the NPA is interesting and I'd love it would work and it could be done across the whole country. That said, I'm not really capacitated to assure it is sustainable and I hope somone has done a full research and concluded it is. It is probably the most remote and less visited park in Laos, but lower your expectations about wildlife spotseeing and keep in mind it is not a problem of this park. Having visited several jungles across the world, I know animals are shy and felines avoid humans. It is expensive, but I hope it is worth it and Laos wildlife increase ina few years.

We did the Nam Nern 2D/3N Night Safari in January 2023. Beforehand: The Night Safari and the entire stay in the national park is a wonderful experience. But the arrival and departure is something for the brave. The days in the national park consist of various wildlife viewing opportunities. For example, at different times of the day you glide down the river in a longtail boat while locals (former hunters) point out animals or animal tracks. Especially during the night trip this is an impressive experience, when the eyes of wild cats or other game shine in the light of the flashlight. But there is also a short hike for bird watching and also with a little luck you can discover animals around the camps. Of course, it is not guaranteed that you will see animals. During the early morning boat ride on the third day, we saw practically nothing. Nevertheless, we really enjoyed the ride along the almost untouched river and felt it was a privilege to be there. The accommodation is simple but good. At the base camp, you sleep in bamboo huts on bamboo cots, which are furnished with mattresses, blankets and mosquito nets by local staff. One should not underestimate how cold it can get at night. In the second night, in a second camp, deeper in the protected area of the national park, small tents are pitched and equipped with sleeping mats, sleeping bags and bedding. Also this night, close to the rushing river, was very nice and "genuine". In all camps there are toilets, in the base camp even cold water showers. Everything is in bamboo huts. The food is simple but good: different variations of eggs, cassava, pumpkin, water spinach, sticky rice, meat, bananas, tangerines - everything that is easy to prepare and transport. Most of the time the guides and Boatmen withdraw to eat, which we found a pity. But in the evening at the campfire there is the possibility for exchange. There tourists and locals get the chance to ask questions of each other. The guides help to translate. So you get a teeny tiny glimpse into the lives of the local ethnic groups. (Our boatsmen/hunter were Khmu, some married to Lao-Loum women, one guide was Hmong). Overall, the local guides make sure at all times that you do not lack anything and that you do not have to worry about anything. On the one hand, this is a beautiful and luxurious experience. On the other hand, you sometimes feel like a three year old who can't do anything on his own, not even carry anything. What you must not underestimate in winter are the temperatures. When you sit almost motionless in the boat for two hours, the cold creeps into your bones. So for the boat rides as well as for the nights you should take precautions with warm clothes. The visit to the national park is not cheap. But in return you get a unique nature experience, are excellently cared for and support both nature conservation and the local communities. The only problem, and strictly speaking not part of the Night Safari: The arrival and departure. The bus service after Corona is still limited. Currently, there is one mini-van per day from Luang Prabang to Muang Hiam and one mini-van per night back. The trip takes 10 hours and in our case was extremely uncomfortable because the van for 15 people at times carried 24 people, some chickens and a scooter. (Luggage rides on the roof.) The roads are very rough and not everyone likes the winding, potholed roads. Those who have trouble with carsickness should take pills against it. It is also not guaranteed - especially on the return trip - that you will get a seat on the bus. Return trips cannot be booked in advance. We only arrived in Luang Prabang in time for our flight because our guide put a lot of energy into finding a solution for us at the bus station in Muang Hiam. In the end, he found another bus that brought us to Luang Prabang with one changeover (and two freezing cold hours of waiting at 4 a.m. at a provincial bus station).

Fantastic visitor center with some very informative displays. One even details exactly how the various villages are compensated and rewarded for eco-tourism of the area, so you know where your money is going. The people working in the office also speak excellent English.

We really enjoyed our night safari! If Laos wants to preserve the little nightlife it has, it needs more initiatives like this

Good place to learn about the nearby protected area, wildlife and ecotourism! The Lao staff speak good English and can also provide tourism information about Muang Hiam free hiking trek!

10,000 kip entrance fee. Small but interesting. Yet another site bombed by the US of Ass.

We hired Lar tours to take us here, I had read about it earlier. This temple was bombed during the Laos war. But not rebuild, a reminder of the past. We were told that the temple was build in around the 14 century. The cost of entry 10000 kip. Would recommend as we found it to be very worthy of a visit. We would recommend Lar tours in Phonsavan very knowledgeable and good english. 3btraveler

Wasn't too sure if we had to pay for tickets but since we didn't see any reception we just walked right in. There were some stairs that lead to the statue along with a sign with information about the history of the temple. A very cool but yet eerie sight of a buddha statue in ruins that goes to shows the aftermath of a temple caught in a war. I recommend visiting this historical place if you like seeing history upclose.

Wat Phia Wat and the war-scarred Buddha statue once housed within this now-destroyed Laotian Buddhist temple, are only 30 kilometers from Phonsavan, the small town in which we were staying. Given Laos’ often rough and tumble dirt roads, we were not certain we wanted to hop into a tuktuk and endure more bumpiness (during a tour days before, for several hours we’d felt like human kernels of corn being tossed into a hot popper)!

In the 14th century this once marvelous temple with eight stone pillars was housing the Pha Ongteu Buddha image. It was destroyed by invading armies in the 19th century. The Buddha statue was destroyed in the 2nd Indochina war

A must visit ancient Buddhists temple that survived from the American secret war era

The temple built in 14th century,rebuilt in 20th century and destroyed second time again,the buddha statue is immortal with asymmetric facial features reflecting the real people who lived and died in this area.The buddha is very big in bhumi sparsha posture sitting on huge lotus among the ruins of the temple is perfect for taking a selfie as a memory for visiting the beautiful mountain valley.

Free and very informative museum about the intense bombing the USA did in Lao during the Vietnam War and how the numerous unexploded bombs still lying around affect the life of the locals to this day. Got myself a t-shirt there to support the removing of those unexploded bombs. The video "surviving the peace" was really moving.

Highly recommend if you want to know more about the extent of impact US bombings during the Vietnam war has had on the region and the country. Take some time in the video room too, especially to watch Freedom from Fear (13 mins) Surviving Peace Laos (24 mins)

I was glad to stop by this information center. The worker was really nice and welcoming. There was never any pressure or asking for donations. Personally, I think their mission is amazing and worth donating too, but you are welcome here to just learn more and see what they are doing. They have very informative displays and totally a cause that is worth supporting. T-shirts are $15 and there are other items to buy. You also can see that there are US and UK non-profit tax information and there is a lot of transparency on the money they bring in along with the service they give to both the community and a lot of the world.

We have been to several UXO centers, and this one was as exceptional as the others. Always great to learn about the history and the impact that affects the lives of everyone to this day. Please be sure to come in and spend time here. Please encourage others to visit. You can also enjoy dinner next door at Nisha Indian restaurant, too. Come and support the great work of UXO! It’s free admission, but please feel free to offer a donation!

Much information about MAG's impressive work clearing the dangerous explosives left behind by the US bombing missions. They do incredible and dangerous work and this is explained by some good documentaries as well as examples of the mines and missiles recovered. A reasonable shop with t-shirts, mugs and more to help support their important work

Although it’s a pretty basic museum, I enjoyed learning more about the secret war and their UXOs here. Bought a shirt and cup to help in the massive effort.. as well as remind myself of the shittiness of this world we’re living in.

We visited here just after arriving in Phonsavan. It's handy that they are open until eight o'clock in the evening. It's very informative and the exhibition is well done.

One of the least visited places by tourists in laos. Plain of jars is a UNESCO world heritage site. This place has mysterious jars lying on the ground. The purpose is still unknown. Yet people say they were used to bury bodies. But some legends say gaints used them to drink. Whatever maybe the reason I found this place very interesting and worth visiting.

Worth going here. An amazing place.

It's very nice

I like

Wonderful

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(Translated by Google) Great even at dawn! (Original) Tuyệt vời ngay cả lúc bình minh!

My opinion is this is a must see in preparation for the Plain of Jars experience. Why is this center important? There are interesting Secret War artifacts from three countries and a few points of insight into the mystery that surrounds the megalithic PofJ. If for no other reason you will leave with a better appreciation what the good people of Laos had to go through to make the sites safely accessible to the world.

Interesting place, stooped here and looked at some of displays. 3btraveler

Not much to see here, not worth it unless you're already in the area. Some signs about the history of the district and a big bunch of old bombs in the back... The guy there speaks decent English but didn't have new helpful info to share

Ehh decent with a light introduction to the history of laos and the plain of jars. But it is so lightly that you could just aswell skip it

Good informations and Knowledge about Highlights almost Xiengkhouang

So nice

Good information

The least dramatic of the 3 in my opinion, although the walk to get there through the fields was nice. The mosquitos were even worse then site 2, I had to get out of site 3 quickly lol 🦟

This area has alot of history to it and was very cool to read informational signs and walk around. The field extended pretty far out however some areas are blocked due to undetonated explosives. It also included a neat little cave, some bomb craters left from the war and a visitor center. Unfortunately some jars had a couple of trash and litter in them but nevertheless, a great place to visit if you like ancient, old and mysterious structures.

Great site. But rather deserted and only tuktuks can get you here and back. 45 mins to walk and rest around the entire loop. Be careful of cow poos

Site 3 was amazing place to see. We walked through rice field, the scenery was fantastic. We went there with Lar tour company, Lar was an excellent guide with great knowledge and very good english. Cost 30000 kip to enter. 3btraveler

The Plain of Jars in Xieng Khouang Province is a mysterious and captivating archaeological site that leaves visitors in awe. Scattered across the landscape are thousands of ancient stone jars, varying in size from small to massive, some reaching up to three meters in height. The enigmatic purpose of these jars adds an intriguing layer to the experience. Exploring the site, you'll encounter a mix of natural beauty and historical significance. The vast plains provide a stunning backdrop to these ancient artifacts, creating a surreal atmosphere. The site's preservation efforts have enhanced the overall experience, allowing visitors to appreciate the historical and cultural richness of the Plain of Jars. The journey to Xieng Khouang Province may not be the most convenient, but the reward is a unique and thought-provoking encounter with history. Local guides contribute immensely to the experience, sharing insights into the local legends and the ongoing archaeological research. While the site lacks extensive facilities, its remote nature adds to the charm, making it an ideal destination for those seeking adventure and a break from more touristy locations. The Plain of Jars is a testament to the enduring allure of ancient mysteries, making it a must-visit for history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.

Take plenty of water and insect repellent with you. Finding the site is relatively easy, follow the most secure path through the paddy field and then head up to the High ground area. Interesting jars and worth seeing. We found the sucking flies quite annoying though. Fabulous array of flora around. It's 30k kip each with a place to park your bike in the shade. Keep an eye out for the beautiful giant butterflies in the area.

Close to the Site 2. You need to walk in the rice fields after buying tickets, but it's a beautiful way to access this site. It was very quiet when we visited. Admission fee was 30,000 and parking was free. No restaurant or shops around here.

The least dramatic of the 3 in my opinion, although the walk to get there through the fields was nice. The mosquitos were even worse then site 2, I had to get out of site 3 quickly lol 🦟

This area has alot of history to it and was very cool to read informational signs and walk around. The field extended pretty far out however some areas are blocked due to undetonated explosives. It also included a neat little cave, some bomb craters left from the war and a visitor center. Unfortunately some jars had a couple of trash and litter in them but nevertheless, a great place to visit if you like ancient, old and mysterious structures.

Great site. But rather deserted and only tuktuks can get you here and back. 45 mins to walk and rest around the entire loop. Be careful of cow poos

Site 3 was amazing place to see. We walked through rice field, the scenery was fantastic. We went there with Lar tour company, Lar was an excellent guide with great knowledge and very good english. Cost 30000 kip to enter. 3btraveler

The Plain of Jars in Xieng Khouang Province is a mysterious and captivating archaeological site that leaves visitors in awe. Scattered across the landscape are thousands of ancient stone jars, varying in size from small to massive, some reaching up to three meters in height. The enigmatic purpose of these jars adds an intriguing layer to the experience. Exploring the site, you'll encounter a mix of natural beauty and historical significance. The vast plains provide a stunning backdrop to these ancient artifacts, creating a surreal atmosphere. The site's preservation efforts have enhanced the overall experience, allowing visitors to appreciate the historical and cultural richness of the Plain of Jars. The journey to Xieng Khouang Province may not be the most convenient, but the reward is a unique and thought-provoking encounter with history. Local guides contribute immensely to the experience, sharing insights into the local legends and the ongoing archaeological research. While the site lacks extensive facilities, its remote nature adds to the charm, making it an ideal destination for those seeking adventure and a break from more touristy locations. The Plain of Jars is a testament to the enduring allure of ancient mysteries, making it a must-visit for history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.

Take plenty of water and insect repellent with you. Finding the site is relatively easy, follow the most secure path through the paddy field and then head up to the High ground area. Interesting jars and worth seeing. We found the sucking flies quite annoying though. Fabulous array of flora around. It's 30k kip each with a place to park your bike in the shade. Keep an eye out for the beautiful giant butterflies in the area.

Close to the Site 2. You need to walk in the rice fields after buying tickets, but it's a beautiful way to access this site. It was very quiet when we visited. Admission fee was 30,000 and parking was free. No restaurant or shops around here.

2 cool caves to see if you can add it to your day trip. I wouldn’t come just for the caves there isn’t a lot to do here. If you’re passing on a tour then definitely stop and take the time to walk the 278 steps to the upper cave. Apparently there is approx 4000 Buddha statues across the 2 caves.

Positive: Lots and lots of Budda statues, not smelly and wet like some caves, two levels of caves with good steps to climb up, reasonably priced boat ride (15,000kip for small boat or 50,000kip for the big boat and cave entrance fee (30,000kip). Negative: no view of the Mekong or surrounding hills. Not for those who are more interested in the scenery rather than history, religion and ethnography. Suggestion to Management (hopefully they read this) : make a few more steps from the upper cave to the top of the cliff for a (probably fantastic) view of the Mekong and the surrounding hills.

These caves overlook the Mekong River, 25 km to the north of Luang Prabang, Laos. To get there would require a boat ride along the Mekong river, about two hours upstream from the centre of Luang Prabang. There are two caves noted for their hundreds of miniature Buddha sculptures laid on the shelves and all over the caves. Interesting visit

Lovely location beside the Mekong. Old historic location with thousands of Buddha statues . This limestone cave has a lower and upper part and well worth the climb.

A very cool place, and not too many steps to the top cave. There's not too much to them as you'd expect though. You only need 10 minutes to explore both caves. But they are in a incredibly beautiful spot on the Mekong River

I loved it there. Tip for solo travellers: The entry is 30K KIP for foreigners. Individual person boat ride is 25K KIP. The local shacks will ask you five times the price to get the ticket for you. Just don’t fall for it. Look for the ticket counter and buy yourself.

Pak Ou Caves in Luang Prabang northern of Laos offer a unique blend of natural beauty and spiritual richness. Take the boat ride across the river to the cave is scenic and beautiful nature along the Mekong River. The caves are filled with thousands of Buddha statues, which lend the space an almost mystical aura.

Amazing waterfalls, where there were 6 of us in total. The waterfalls are currently under reconstruction. The navigation will show you an hour's drive, but I recommend arriving at Tad Sae Waterfall Parking where will they take you by boat for 25,000 kip per person. Beautiful waterfalls, where there are not many people, I recommend it to everyone🙏 10/10

The quickest & most adventurous way to get here is via boat from Tad Sae Waterfall Parking. Costs 25k kip, takes 5min Swimmability of waterfall on point. U swim u don't die here, unlike Kuang Si (rainy season) The watercolour u like available, loaded 80% Lots of smol pools to choose from for a dip Spot still under construction

If you’re looking to enjoy the water, this spot is even better than the Kuang Si Waterfall — fewer people, more relaxed, and not crowded at all. The water isn’t too deep, so you can stand in the middle and take some beautiful photos. I’m sure you’ll have a wonderful experience here. If you’re coming by motorbike, make sure to set your map to “Tad Sae Waterfall Parking.” Park there and take a boat across. Parking fee: 5,000 kip Boat fee: 25,000 kip P.S. The road on the way here is in pretty rough condition.

Beautiful place. A part from the waterfall you can visit a small cave with a small Buddha statue beside the entrance. For the boat is 25,000Kip (5min ride approx.) and 5,000 for parking. Google maps got me there easily on a rented scooter. You can visit the elephants on your way to the falls. Actually, if driving take that turnoff as soon as you see the sign to go to the elephants. The parking spot is on a beautiful temple. There is no toilets at the falls, but you might find before hopping on the boat.

Not sure why some people have rated this so low. Such a beautiful waterfall that you can swim in and climb up. Nicest waterfall we have been to in Luang Prabang. You can drive to the car park and a boat takes you to the water fall. We went in rainy season and it was still gorgeous just had a stronger current.

Very nice waterfall ! This is quite small with construction going on but you can swim where you want The rock isn’t slippery so you can easily climb it to reach upper waterfall ( be careful with strong water fall ) Don’t forget to put Tat Sae Parking on Google Map instead of the waterfall, the road is very chill until the last 5 minutes where it’s a bit tricky with motorbike

These falls are absolutely worth visiting, if you have the time. Less touristy than the other falls but still impressive. Some ~40 minutes to the parking (we got a tuk tuk for 400k both ways with wait time, did not really negotiate), then a short boat ride in (25k per person both ways). There was some construction around, but nothing inhibiting a visit or swim. Of course…season dependent. Why would a local turn down tourist money just because the tourist didn’t understand how waterfalls work? Perhaps not so worth a visit in the dry season, yes. But a nice trip when we went (in early October).

A beautiful Wat. No other way to describe it. Last visited in 2018 and just as beautiful as then, perhaps with a little more tourists. Personally found the late afternoon light was best choice for photos. Peaceful, charming and a little slice of Buddhist Laos.

Entry fee for tourist 30,000 LAK. If you want peaceful or try to avoid large crowds of Chinese tourists visit the earliest between 6am to 7am (during alm offering) or around 11am to 1pm where most tour groups left to the waterfall. If you want to see the reflection of the Tree of Life, prepare yourself hours before sunset. You will have to deal with loud Chinese tourist group try to take your perfect spot. Please respect the place, follow their dress code (no tank top, no short, no short skirt)

This temple is incredible! It is among the most beautiful ones that I have seen in SE Asia. Full of gold and decorations in- and around the main temple and its neighbouring temple. Best to visit at end of the day, since it is quiet then. During the day, it can be busy with busses full of (mainly Chinese) tourists that visit this temple with a tour in big groups.

Wat Xieng Thong is a stunning temple, famous for its elegant, low-sweeping roofs and intricate mosaics. Located where the two rivers meet, it’s a peaceful, must-see spot for anyone interested in classic Laotian architecture and culture.

There are so many temples all over Luang Prabang it is hard to say one is better than another, and generally this one is pretty good. They don’t seem to do much to repair damage to worn areas.

Wat Xieng Thong located at the northern tip of the peninsula of Luang Prabang is a temple built by King Setthatirath around 1560. It occupies fairly large grounds and the main temple is lavishly furnished and beautiful. It served as a royal temple and a significant site for religious ceremonies, embodying the spiritual and artistic heritage of Laos.

worth to spend up to 30 mins to pass by, but unfortunately, no much info to know more about the history of this temple. Paying small entrance fees to help reserve this historical site.

A cool little bamboo bridge. For a small fee you can cross over it to the other side of the river where there's... well... nothing really interesting. :D But it's a nice walk and the bridge is beautiful and very photogenic.

This bridge is only here 6 months a year due to the wet season and the volume of water that comes down the river. The bridge is removed and replaced every year. The 7,000 kip (80 cents USD) is to enable the bridge to be maintained and provide the family who looks after the bridge with an income. We enjoyed walking across and talking a few pictures. It is lit up at night so worth a look.

A modest footbridge across the Nam Khan river for a 5000kip fee ( return included). In the evening the bridge is illuminated with rows of small lights which makes for a romantic walk to the jewellery store and charming restaurant across the river from LP. The climb upstairs at the end of the bridge can be tricky after dark so take care there. Two years later:same quaint bamboo bridge but with a toll fee of 7000kip. 😁

Wonderful bamboo bridge. Good experience with nice view on the bridge. Entrance fee is for rebuilding every year. Only 7,000 LAK.

Traditional bridge built out of bamboo. and It will be rebuilt every 6 months according to the notice displayed on site. Walking a cross while hearing the river flowing and nature all around, one of the best moments i had.

Nice view but need to pay 10,000 Kip if you wanna go to the bridge

Glad we visited the Bamboo Bridge at sunset. We crossed to the opposite bank and had a relaxing hotpot dinner at Dyen Sabai Restaurant. Quite a unique experience. It costs 7000 kip to use the bamboo bridge

Oh dear this was not for me. Here’s why: Up at 5.15am to witness crowds of tourists sit in plastic chairs and hand over pre-purchased “gifts”. And pity the monks who are forced to participate every day collecting these “alms” - the look of bewilderment on some of the younger monks as the cameras click and tourists giggle. Who knew there were so many Buddhist from Europe and the USA.

Tourists honestly ruin everything. Rather than be respectful. People were loudly chattering the entire time (whilst waiting and also whilst giving alms). I could still hear them taking a 5 min walk away as I left. Wildly inappropriately dressed tourists taking part in the ceremony. People running up and down the street and in front of everyone, including monks, trying to get photos and videos. 🤦🏻‍♀️ It's sad, because this could be a really beautiful thing to watch in Luang Prabang with stunning temples in the backdrop.

I think it's just a really touristy thing to do nowadays. You wake up to see and you sit down on these little chairs and they push you to buy the food to donate and they come with baskets in front of you and you buy it. Then you put the food in the monk's baskets and it's over after a few minutes.

Awful. We ended up leaving. The one star is for the tourists. Ducking under the barrier rope and sticking their camera in the novices faces. Talking and laughing loudly, clearing throats and spitting when it's supposed to be silent. The amount of tourists mean the monks get way too much rice and it seems to mostly get tipped in the bin at the end of each block. Plus all the local sellers selling individually packaged chocolates and cakes, most of these seemed to get put in the bin. Why would monks want all that junk food? We came to Laos 20 years ago and watched the ceremony from our guesthouse window and it was nothing like this. It's a circus now.

I thought the alms giving would be taking gift packages to the temple for the monks as in Thailand, but this is a tourist led attraction, embarrassing for monks and many of the participants. You sit in the street and roll rice balls to give to the monks and apprentices in their buckets. I can't believe they use the offerings as the hygiene is suspect. Tourists snap pictures and videos whilst the young novices look embarrassed. If I had known what was involved I wouldn't have gone with the rest of our tour group. I was told the ceremony was organised by UNESCO and before was gifts to the temple. Not recommended at all.

Today the world is all about photos, videos, social media, and in this world the reality, truth is somewhere lost. Based on most of the reviews here I am sure what I am about to say will not be understood by many. But my hope is to reach out to those few conscious people who just don’t understand what the hell is going on in this world. About the ceremony. It was probably an authentic ceremony at some point but today it’s just a tourist attraction. What I observed; - Mostly big group of tourists with tour guides( mostly Chinese) were participating. Barely any locals. - vendors were selling rice and cookies - Some were using plastic gloves but mostly everyone else were just using their barehands to dig in the rice and offer it to the monks - There were trash cans set up everywhere, Monks were dumping all that was offered in it -Towards the end, children were collecting those offerings from the monk. Some were grabbing rice from the street. My understanding is: 1) Nobody eats those offering, it goes to waste 2) Its collected back and resold. I wonder what Buddha would feel about this ceremony. This was just sad. And all the comments here referring it to as “an experience” or “Its tradition” making it sound as it’s authentic, these people live so far away from reality. Some people take everything at it’s face value. But for those who are observant, who can see thru it and see the reality, please don’t participate. You may wanna go observe (and know the reality) but don’t participate. Its the tourism thats ruining this culture. Its because of the tourist there is so much waste.

famous local event. must go and see, in a different meaning.. too commercialized, so many tourists especially groups from china, making the daily event look like a show at the zoo. however it's interesting to observe for a while. some monks' baskets are soon filled with cookies and biscuits given by tourists (some shops sell them for tourists), i wondered where the huge amount of snacks go to everyday. once we go off the main street, we see real local lao people giving foods to monks in a serious expression. that's much worth wo watch.

What can I tell you about Luang Prabang?

Peaceful old town, unique architecture, reasonable cost, friendly and gentle people.

Luang Prabang old quarter/ heritage area is a fantastic area to walk or bike ride around and explore. Lots of great bakeries, cafes, restaurants, and handicraft shops. Beautiful at any time of the day

Great place if you like tradition, culture and oldies.

Beautiful temples everywhere in the city

Not impressive as expected

Location is wrong. The old town is surrounded by Wat Phramahathat Rajbovoravihane.

A must visit spot when at Luang Prabang. Phousi hill can be seen from almost all parts of the city but the beauty of it lies when you climb up the steps and reach the spot that overlooks the UNESCO world heritage town of Luang Prabang. Was told that it gets extreme crowded and busy during evenings mainly because the sunset view from top is amazing so decided to climb up early morning post the Alms giving ceremony. Grab a ticket which was similarly priced like most sites at Laos. Took us about 10-15 mins to climb up to the top. It was hot and humid so preferably carry a portable fan. (We visited post morning showers) The view from top was amazing and it was not crowded during mornings hours just 5 people at max. The energy, peace and atmosphere on top of the hill was unmatched and a must do activity when at Luang Prabang.

I have been listening to Rent waaay to much. Seasons of Steps Five hundred twenty-five thousand six hundred steps, Five hundred twenty-five thousand climbs to regret. Five hundred twenty-five thousand six hundred moments, Of asking “why did I do this again?” In climbs, in sunsets, in selfies, in mid-air, In tourists, in incense, in monks’ orange glare. In sweat-stained T-shirts, in wheeze-filled pauses, In overpriced water bottles, the scam never pauses. How do you measure a hill in Luang Prabang? How do you measure the pain in your thighs? How do you measure the view at the top, When temples glow golden and the Mekong sighs? It’s love, measure in love, Phousi Hill’s love, Phousi Hill’s love. Five hundred twenty-five thousand six hundred steps, Five hundred twenty-five thousand sunsets to catch. The views are worth it, the skyline sings, Even if your legs will hate you for days. So remember Phousi Hill not in sweat, Not in pain, not in scams, not in regret. Remember it in views, temples, and skies, That’s where the city burns into your eyes.

This is a 100m hill located centrally in Luang Prabang. You will have to climb 355 steps to reach the summit for a terrific panoramic view of the surrounding environment. Along the way are a number of Buddhist shrines, temples and Buddha statues. It is very popular with tourists who would normally climb the hill in the late afternoon and stay to enjoy the sunset.

Phousi Hill is one of the must-visit spots in Luang Prabang, offering incredible panoramic views of the city and surrounding countryside. The walk up is relatively short and not too difficult, but it does require some care—parts of the path are uneven, and a few of the bricks on the stairs are missing, so it’s best to wear sturdy shoes and take your time. The entrance fee is 30,000 kip, and the site closes at 6:30 p.m., so it’s a good idea to start your climb a bit before sunset to catch the amazing golden-hour views from the top. Once you reach the summit, you’re rewarded with breathtaking scenery in every direction. You can see the Mekong River winding through the landscape, temples scattered across the town, and layers of mountains fading into the horizon. It’s a peaceful spot to relax, take photos, and enjoy a quiet moment above the bustle below. Sunset is especially beautiful here, though it can get crowded during that time, so arriving a little early helps secure a good spot. Overall, Phousi Hill is well worth the small entrance fee and the short climb—an unforgettable highlight of Luang Prabang.

A tourist attraction in Luang Prabang. Walk up lots of brick stairs to a viewpoint for sunset. It’s crowded and a stern hill. If the weather is perfect, you will be treated to a beautiful sunset. Even if no good weather, the surrounding countryside is beautiful and worth the effort to get there.

Phousi Hill is a steep climb but it is worth the effort as it gives you some great views of the surrounding area. There is a small entry fee of 30k Kip at the bottom of the stairs. Tip: the stairs on the street market side are slightly easier than the stairs on the opposite side. Just make sure you come down the same way you went up because if you follow the 'Exit' signs you will end up on the other side. Bring water.

With the different tiers the 400 steps makes for an easy climb. For those who might need water or other refreshments you will find vendors half way up as well as on the top tier. We went there throughout the morning and we had the mountain all for ourselves. Beautiful views from the top.

A visit to the Royal Palace and National Museum was more than worth it. It costs 60,000 kip for foreigners. If you want to visit the palace and you wear shorts, for example, you have to rent long trousers for 10,000 kip. Entry is closed approximately 20 minutes before closing time. Both the temple and the palace showcase part of Lao history. You can also learn more about it with a free audio guide that you can open on your phone. Handy!

the english is really limited but this is not a problem, the place is so good to visit, ticket is 60.000 KIP for foreigner, I can spend around 45-60 minutes here. They have to gates: entrance and exit, around 4PM, they will close the entrance gate, you can not bring camera, bags but you can keep it in small lockers in the house which is near to the theater. You also are not allowed to wear hat, short pant that do not cover knees, can not take photo inside.

The National Museum is also known as “Haw Kham” or "Golden Hall") was once Laos’ Royal Palace. Built in 1904, it has a mix of Lao traditional and French style. It was built for King Sisavang Vong and his family during the French colonial era. The front wing hosts the King's reception hall with paintings of the Lao monarchy, prized Buddha statues and gifts from various heads of state. The premises also include the Throne Hall and royals residential area and a building that houses the King's car collection. Photos are not allowed inside the museum. Worth a visit

This is the closest thing to a real museum I saw in the city. Lots of memorabilia from last kings. Worth a look though. The temple on the grounds is ok. It is also the site of the ballet.

If you see big queues outside.... Do not go in. Not sure how good it is when it's quiet but it's awful when busy. The tour group leaders shove you out the way trying to get into the palace. I think the reason they don't allow pictures is because all you would see is people. Staff don't monitor or regulate people going in or out. Big disappointment for 60K entry.

The palace and the 60,000 kip ticket price for foreigners are reasonable. What is unacceptable is selling a ticket without informing visitors that they won’t be allowed inside the buildings if their knees are exposed. Scarves are available for rent here for 10,000 kip with a deposit of 100,000 kip. Later, on the palace, some visitors walk around with the scarves pulled up — but no one seems to care about bare knees anymore

60000 kip ticket. Too high for the content. They will not allow photos inside palace and at the Temple/Wat at the right side of entrance. Very recent construction. Nothing to boast of. Very ordinary rooms/halls and furniture Instead walk and Temples on Heritage road near Heritage office.

A small but powerful museum that sheds light on the devastating legacy of unexploded ordnance in Laos from the Secret War. Through displays of bomb fragments, survivor stories, and short documentaries, it offers a sobering but deeply educational look at how past conflicts still affect communities today. Entry is free, donations are welcome, and an hour is enough to take it all in. Though modest in size and heavy in subject matter, it’s one of the most meaningful stops in Laos and well worth visiting.

This was by far the best place I visited in Laos. They don’t market it much but this place really gave me awareness on what the country went through during the indochina war and the repercussions of it, and how unexploded ordnance impacted the country and how they overcame the problem. This is not mentioned in most of the itineraries but this place was definitely an eye opener to me about the country. If you are planning to go to Laos definitely add this in your itinerary. Entrance is free and you will definitely find it interesting.

Very insightful small museum dedicated to educating tourists on the unexploded US bombs leftover from the time of the Vietnam war. There's a short video in English that explains everything with real footage (warning: one image is quite distressing as it features a child victim of the bombing). Entry is free but a donation is appreciated and goes towards the efforts in clearing the UXO/bombs that are still posing risks to the population

Amazing centre to learn about the shocking truth. You can't even imagine how it would have been for 9 years for the Laos people to live through this and its still ongoing another 50+ years...the least America should do to compensate, is drop USD dollars from planes over Laos for minimum 9 years for the pain and suffering of the people and country.

Important to visit and educate yourself. It's more emotional than heavily informational. Stories about individuals. Easy to read texts, museum is small. The work of clearing the UXOs is incredibly important yet the funding by the US itself is not guaranteed. You could spend 20-40 min here. Video, which is in English, could have subtitles added.

This is a must visit if your in LP, this was a complete eye opener for us when we attending this centre, the history that we learnt was amazing and it really does give you an insight into what it was like when you see all of the huge artefacts and what actually happened to Laos. We didn’t pay an entrance fee however you are expected to leave a reasonable donation.

Smaller exhibition than COPE in Vientiane, but it's still very meaningful and worth a visit. The displays share powerful stories and raise awareness about the impact of unexploded ordnance and efforts to help victims. It's run for a good cause and helps support local education and advocacy. There's no entry fee, but donations are appreciated

The market is nice and clean. Nobody was forcing me to buy stuff from them. So even if i am just looking they are ok with that. Which is the best thing trust me. Mostly there are crafts and local things you can buy from here. A good place to spend your evenings. Lots of cafes and bars to enjoy dinner

Nice night market. Will take you around 10-15 minutes to get through it. There is a wide range of products in the market, at the end there's a food court with different types of food 🙂 Locals do not pressure you as much as other places to buy their products.

Certainly! The Luang Prabang Night Market is one of the highlights of any visit to this charming UNESCO town. Every evening, the main street transforms into a lively and colorful walking street filled with hundreds of stalls selling handcrafted goods, delicious local food, and unique souvenirs. What makes this market special is its laid-back atmosphere and strong focus on local culture. Many of the vendors are artisans from nearby villages, offering beautiful handwoven textiles, traditional wood carvings, and silver jewelry. It’s a great place to find authentic Lao crafts while supporting local communities. The food section is a real treat — tucked away in a side alley, you’ll find an array of affordable and tasty Lao dishes like grilled meats, noodle soups, fresh spring rolls, and tropical fruit smoothies. Everything is cooked fresh, and the variety is impressive. The market is well-organized, clean, and easy to walk through. It’s not overwhelming like some markets in Southeast Asia, which makes the experience more enjoyable. Prices are reasonable, and friendly bargaining is welcomed. Overall, the Luang Prabang Night Market is more than just a place to shop — it’s a vibrant cultural experience. Whether you’re looking for a unique gift, trying street food, or simply enjoying the atmosphere, this market captures the soul of Luang Prabang beautifully. Highly recommended for: ✔️ Cultural lovers ✔️ Foodies ✔️ Anyone who enjoys browsing local markets in a relaxed, friendly setting

Plenty of food options and lots of cute stalls to explore. Some items in the crafts market may feel a bit overpriced, but considering the craftsmanship and effort from local artisans, it feels fair and well worth supporting.

I liked the night market visually, nicely lit and quite long. I would have appreciated the food the most, because the products did not impress me much. T-shirts with elephant outfits and small wallets for documents. But overall a nice atmosphere. Anyone who visits this city should take a walk here

Very lively and there are plenty of stuff to see, buy and eat. The beautiful lighting of a temple. Friendly vendors and they were not pushy!

Great place to wander around. Lots of handicrafts, clothing, souvenirs made from bomb metal, and food options on side streets. Most sellers speak English and Chinese

This is a must visit for anybody that’s in the area, especially for Europeans. They need to be educated on how European companies continue to steal from poor women of this region. When I visited, they had an exhibition on how Italian brands stole designs from Oma and Hmong people, made millions, and did not even acknowledge it. The rich history of colorful and vibrant textiles from Lao is both fascinating and worthwhile educating oneself about. Entrance is 35k kip which is worth it (<$2). There’s also a small café where you can order beverages and sit down for a bit in the café. There are several coloring stations for kids can color.

One of my favorite things I did in Luang Prabang! Entrance is 35k kip ($1.60) and was well worth it. The museum is small, but packed with well-translated and interesting information. I also visited the national palace and museum, but felt like I learned way more about the Laos people and their culture here. They have a fascinating exhibit on cultural appropriation by big fashion brands that really opened my eyes to how much important cultural artwork and heritage is copied and not credited. The shop has lots of beautiful handwoven goods that support rural women. Highly recommend taking an hour or so to visit!

Grrat place showing the culture and the ethnic differences in Laos. They focus on textiles and educate people on the approach ro wthnic designs. There is a shop as well woth beautiful hand made items.

The best surprise and the best museum so far. Although a small cultural center and museum, it’s very informative. The exhibition content is very well written and well translated into English too. Recommend spending some time watching the video about the Maxmara case- very inspiring and educative to learn about the cultural IP issue.

Incredible exhibits on the various ethnic groups in Laos. Very well written information along with interesting examples of traditional dress and instruments, along with various weaving tools. A really cool exhibit was about the effort for communities to be able to give consent and receive credit and compensation when their traditional patterns were used by multinational companies. The staff were also very knowledgeable and helpful. Overall the museum was modern, engaging, and informative. Would highly recommend.

Lovely museum showcasing the different clothing and textiles of Lao ethnicities. It was very informative and thoughtfully presented - with maps, photographs, real pieces, and objects used for weaving. At the end of the museum is a shop that sells high-quality, handmade textiles. Throughout the visit, you can tell that they have a clear mission: to appreciate and promote Lao culture and traditions, and to advocate and protect Lao heritage. Well done!

Interesting place located in post colonial building. Provides essential information about different ethnic groups living in Laos. Interesting exhibition of traditional clothing. Entrance ticket costs 35k LAK. You need to leave your bag/backpack before entering (for free)

DO NOT GO! first of all the there is no water at this time of the year. Really scary, at the end we had to pay 100.000 Kip otherwise we weren’t allowed to leave. This man took us so far into the jungle that we couldn’t leave or escape. I tried to take a picture with him but he shouted NO and was very angry. Don’t go!!

Danger! avoid! Unfortunately, we followed the wrong route from Google maps and ended up in a village after a long rocky path. Villagers showed us the direction to the waterfall. a teenage girl wanted money from us to be able to see the waterfall. another villager (see picture) followed us unasked to the waterfall and then wanted 300,000 kip from us. we said we had already paid but he wouldn't let us go. in the end we gave him 40000 kip out of pity and drove away. we had a very bad feeling about it. the waterfall itself was littered and it was barely accessible. we wish we had read the comments beforehand.

This place is totally deserted, nobody maintains it anymore. The jungle trail trek was exciting though

Be careful when you go to this place. I went here with my girlfriend and we had no clue where the waterfall is. we encountered a village and one women looked kind showed us the way to the waterfall but it was nothing like these pictures. After that she asked us money and we dont gave her enough she ran away and left us behind. Later we found a other foreigner with a man from the village and they bring us back. Very weird experience and scary.

WARNING, DONT GO THERE IT'S A SCAM AND NOT SAFE!!! The road that google maps says you should take is wrong! After a long and bad dirt road you end up in a small village. The people point you the direction of the waterfall but also follow you into the jungle and they try to scam you. A teenage girl didn't want to let us go unless we paid her, she was really unfriendly and she threatened us. There were already surrounded by 5 people and more were coming. We felt really unsafe and turned around (did not pay!!), walked back to the bike as fast as we could and got away. I was so happy that my boyfriend was with me and not me alone.

Place is abandoned and has fallen into disrepair. I was there in the dry season so I can't say much about the waterfalls but the jungle trail was quite nice. If you like being alone in the jungle and having to maneuver around a number of fallen trees, broken down bridges etc. doesn't scare you, then this place is for you. Would have given 3.5 rating but 4 seemed too much.

it’s a scam! don’t go! scary and kinda dangerous It’s not worth it, the road is awful and you’ll end up in a village. there’s a man who acts friendly and gives you “a jungle tour” to show you the waterfall. At first, the man was nice and friendly but later forced us to give him 100.000 Kip or else he wouldn’t let us leave). We had a veeeery bad feeling all the time and would never do it again and we were so glad that we could leaver after giving him the money. hope no one makes the same mistake

(The waterfall is nice enough if you can find it, but…) This is yet another example of Google Maps giving TERRIBLE directions in Laos. THIS IS THE WRONG WAY TO GO. DO NOT FOLLOW GOOGLE MAPS ROUTE TO GET HERE. There are written directions posted on other sites online, you must use them to find Tad Thong waterfalls. Google Maps is wrong and will lead you the wrong way.

In April 2023 here is no water! The trails are abandoned. Also, locals impose their excursions on tourists. Ask them to leave, otherwise, they will lead you into the jungle and make you pay on their conditions.