Luang Prabang Phou Si hill

One thing most tourists do whilst in Luang Prabang is climb up Phou Si (Phu Si) hill to watch the sunset. There is an entry fee (10,000 kip, US$1).
Entry to hill

Starting the climb

When I went up in 2007 it was so crowded that I didn't actually wait for sunset, as there was no where to sit. And I had already seen sunset over the Mekong.

There are great views of the town and rivers from the top.

Russian anti-aircraft cannon
Luang Prabang town -

On the slopes of the hills are some small temples. One is Wat Tham Phou Si, aka as Wat Thammothayaram.

Buddha and monk. Buddha is a bit feminine looking
Flowers in an old bomb -

Fat Buddha

Interesting rock

Nam Khan river

Local kids

See other Luang Prabang albums, street scenes, and temples, and day market, and night tourist market.

© Liz Price
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