Sightseeing in Luang Prabang is a treat to the visitors offering more than what one can desire. Being a UNESCO World Heritage City, Luang Prabang is a magical land which provides comfort and spiritual enrichment to its tourists. It is situated at the sacred meeting point of the Mekong River and Nam Khan also known as the Khan River. It has a strong yet quite a peaceful aura that seems to please the travelers and get in touch with their inner soul. It is one of those rare places that is a small village studded with wooden houses having a touch of European architecture is still number one on the list of many travelers. People come here to know more about the Buddhist culture, to find inner peace and take a break from the chains of monotony and evil of city life that majority of us lead. In the past two decades, this place has flourished to become a famous tourist spot and now has some of the finest boutique hotel and resorts. Since it is a place that has some major historical relevance, it has a lot to offer in the form of sightseeing.
One can spend weeks here, exploring the heritage sights and the culture of the people living here. Besides history, there are lots of activities that one can do on the rivers like water sports, visit waterfalls, take elephant rides and so on. This place may seem limited when seen on a brochure but when visited it has no limit. One gets lost in the beauty and magic of the place. Perfect to rejuvenate yourself, people should go here when they are frustrated with life and want a break. The monasteries here will help you to get in touch with your religious side and make you feel spiritual. Taking a boat ride on the Mekong River can be relaxing and thrilling as one can witness the diverse wildlife that is present here. The waterfalls are no less than the Niagara Falls and will you astounded. One can even go on treks with their friends and family to add Adventure to their trip.