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Luang Prabang / 10 photo spots

10 Instagram spots around Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang and its surroundings offer temple architecture, riverside views, waterfalls and markets with many different photographic details.

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Phou Si Mountain

Phou Si rises above Luang Prabang and offers views of the city and Mekong. Frame the river between rooftops and the surrounding hills.

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Wat Xieng Thong

Wat Xieng Thong is known for its sweeping roof and glass mosaic murals. Try a full view of the building and a closer crop of the details.

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Wat Visounnarath

At Wat Visounnarath, carved window railings and the rounded That Mak Mo stupa provide different subjects. Choose one detail or show the temple grounds together.

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Wat Mai

Wat Mai has a tiered roof and walls with narrative reliefs. Compose a wider view of the roofline, then look closely at the carved scenes.

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Wat Paphonphao

The golden octagonal structure of Wat Paphonphao stands among trees above the city. Use the forest setting to frame the temple and its slender spire.

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National Museum of Luang Prabang

The former Royal Palace now houses the National Museum. Its Lao and French architectural influences provide a subject for a carefully composed building portrait.

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Luang Prabang Night Market

The night market along Sisavangvong Road features textiles, ceramics and other crafts. Photograph the variety of goods, or choose one stall as your focal point.

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Kuang Si Waterfall

Kuang Si’s cascades and pools make a natural subject outside the city. Include the surrounding greenery and allow the changing water colour to shape the composition.

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Tad Sae Waterfall

Tad Sae has smaller cascades across a broad watercourse, with decks around the falls. Use the walkways as leading lines when framing the water.

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Pak Ou Caves

The lower Pak Ou cave contains many Buddha statues within a cliff opening. Compose a respectful detail of the statues together with the rocky surroundings.

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