Moments of sun, rain and always gold

With over 20 pagodas in the city proper, there is no surprise there are visible monks in Luang Prabang.

Admittedly, this one was more visible than most.
It is one of the more stylish approaches to protect against the elements I have ever seen.

Using umbrellas as sun shield was something I first saw in Southeast Asia. Now these phenomena are everywhere.
Even in the Norwegian mountains hikers and trekkers are using umbrellas.

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Enjoying a waterfall slowed down

The Kuang Si waterfalls south of Luang Prabang are famous as a visiting spot on a daytrip out from the town.
Even outside the landlocked country these waterfall complexes are famous. From the large waterfall upriver and the meandering river stream with its many smaller falls.
No wonder, it is a wonderful natural area. Spending time walking, relaxing and even take a bath on the designated spots is a half day well spent. The forest, flora and fauna are important parts in exploring this waterfall and stream.
Coming from a country so well endowed with river and river falls as mine in Scandinavia, I will still say Ta Kuang Si being worth the time, and the view.
Laos is using their many rivers and waterfalls to produce electric power for internal use and export. Hopefully they still let this waterfall be a reminder that there are other values in free river streaming and their waterfalls than money income.

There are trips done by car, minivans and tuktuk to this area from Luang Prabang. Food and drink services are available near the site.

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The classic touch from days gone by

There are still some of these classic German luxury cars spread around in South Asia. A timeless symbol of elegance, money and classic German engineering and design.

I have seen them in almost every country I have visited in the region. The Mercedes-Benz S280 was produced in this style between 1965 and 1973. Meaning by the end of the Laos Kingdom before it changed into PR Laos.

Having some well-maintained wooden houses in Southeast Asian style with some French colonial architecture framing this car sort of feels right. It tells a story of a time gone by. And some timeless style and elegance too.

Luang Prabang has been a World heritage Site since 1995. The city has been a capital in 2 former Laotian kingdoms. It has played a vital role as a religious centre for most of Laos history. There are more than 20 Buddhist pagodas in the city and close vicinity.

The city is surprisingly small, but the status as royal residence city for centuries makes for a well-designed city with interesting architecture and art. That includes some French inspired buildings, but with a distinct Southeast Asian flare. Local markets, shops and lots of restaurant and cafes contributes to Luang Prabang being a nice and quiet place. Well worth a visit.

https://www.britannica.com/place/Laos/The-arts

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Morning chores by the Mekong river

The daily rituals of the monks in Luang Prabang is some of the interesting and unique in this city. And very popular among visitors.

Personally I enjoy see the everyday lives of people, and this is one of my favourites from visiting this old city and former capital.

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Classic touch in classic street of days gone by

There are still some of these classic german cars spread around in Southeast Asia. A timeless symbol of elegance, money, status and classic german engineering and design.

I have seen them in almost every country I have visited in the region.

Having some well maintained old french architecture framing it sort of feels right. It tells a story of a time gone by. And which belongs to history, forever.

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Moments of sun.
Moments of rain.
Moments of gold.

The Luang Prabang monk prepared for any weather.

Admittedly, it is one of the more stylish approaches to the elements I have ever seen.

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