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	Luang Prabang - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Luang Prabang, or Louangphrabang, is a city in Laos; it was formerly the capital of a kingdom of the same name.
		In 1707, Lan Xang fell apart and Luang Prabang became the capital of the independent Luang Prabang kingdom.
		Eventually, the ruler of Luang Prabang bacame synonomous with the figure-head of the French Protectorate of Laos.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Luang_Phrabang (656 words)

	Luang Phrabang: Definition and Links by Encyclopedian.com - All about Luang Phrabang (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Luang Phrabang is a city in Laos; it was formerly the capital of a kingdom of the same name and is also the name of a province of which it is the capital.
		The city of Luang Phrabang is in north central Laos, on the Mekong River about 425 km north of Vientiane.
		Muang Sua was the old name of Luang Phrabang following its conquest in 698 A.D. by a Thai prince, Khun Lo, who seized his opportunity when Nan-chao[?] was engaged elsewhere.
	www.encyclopedian.com /lu/Luang-Phrabang.html (504 words)

	UXO LAO (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Luang Prabang province is seriously affected by the presence of UXO.
		Luang Prabang is the tenth most severely UXO-contaminated province in Laos, with Nambak district identified as highest priority for clearance.
		UXO contamination reflects the history of the war, in particular with regards to two major land battles that took place in the province: the first in the late 1960s around the district town of Nambak and the second, in the early 1970s, at the Phoukoune crossroads in the south of the province.
	www.uxolao.org /provinces/luangphrabang.htm (767 words)

	Luang Prabang Province (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Luang Prabang is the ancient capital city of the Lan Xang Kingdom.
		Luang Prabang was the capital of the Lane xang kingdom from 1354 A.D. The capital was then transferred to Vientiane city in 1560 A.D. Luang Prabang is rich in cultural heritage, known as the seat of Lao culture, with monasteries, monuments traditional costumes and surrounded by many types of nature's beauty.
		The phrabang, the fine gold Buddha image, the religious symbol of the Kingdom, was enshrined here from 1504 to 1715 A.D., and from 1866 to 1874 A.D. In 1942, it was turned into a Museum of Religious Arts, and housed collections of Buddha images and religious artifacts from the fourteenth century.
	www.laoembassy.com /discover/sites/luangprabang.htm (710 words)

	An Englishman in Siam / At the Luang Phrabang boundary
		An Englishman in Siam / At the Luang Phrabang boundary
		In those days Luang Phrabang was a cluster of huts hidden away in a forest of areca and cocoa-nut palms, and abounding in marshes whence an unpleasant odour arose.
		When we arrived at Luang Phrabang, to our great horror, the camp had been pitched in as bad a place as possible, and was arranged in a precisely opposite manner to the directions we had given as to its position.
	www.asiatour.com /x-librar/journal/part10.htm (6832 words)

	Luang Phrabang Attractions (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		With its roof slopping down to the ground, it is characteristic of Luang Phrabang architecture from the time of the kingdoms of Lang-wang and canna.
		The caves are located from Luang Phrabang on the banks of Maekhongand the mount of Nam-Ou.
		Near Pak Ou caves, downriver towards Luang Prabang is the village of Ban Xang Hai, famous for its manufacture of rice whiskey.
	azuretours.com /laos_luangphrabang.htm (777 words)

	MUONGLAO.COM \| Highlights \| Attractions \| Luang Prabang
		Luang Prabang was the ancient capital city of the Lane Xang Kingdom (the ancient name of Laos).
		Luang Prabang has a lot of historical and cultural landmarks that are indescribably beautiful and unspoiled by the modern world.
		Right in front of the King's statue is the Phra Bang Chapel which houses the Phra Bang (the holy Buddha statue that represents the city of Luang Phrabang).
	www.muonglao.com /highlights_l.html (433 words)

	An Englishman in Siam / Staying in Luang Prabang
		The market-place of Luang Phrabang is pretty well crowded with people in the mornings, and one may take an interesting stroll through the strange medley of men and women, and listen to them bartering and jabbering in their different jargon.
		Then the name was changed to Luang Phrabang, from the Phrabang, a golden image of Gautama which was originally in Ceylon, thence taken to Cambodia, and thence to Luang Phrabang.
		China demanded their restoration to Luang Phrabang at that time that the whole of Indo-China was tributary to China, whilst the outlying provinces of Chieng Mai and Luang Phrabang paid a triennial tribute of gold and silver flowers to Bangkok.
	www.asiatour.com /x-librar/journal/part14.htm (2914 words)

	Luang Phrabang - Definition up Erdmond.Com
		The city of Luang Phrabang is in north central Laos, on the Mekong_River about 425 km north of Vientiane.
		Khun_Lo had been awarded the town by his father, Khun_Borom, who is associated with the Lao legend of the creation of the world, which the Lao share with the Shan and other peoples of the region.
		Luang Phrabang, huachai khong Lanchang (Khrongkan nangs½ thong nakhon watthanatham)
	www.erdmond.com /Luang_Phrabang.html (508 words)

	Luang Prabang - Laos (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Wat Wisunalat (1513) is Luang Phrabang’s oldest, continually used temple.
		Burned by Chinese Ho bandits in 1887, it was rebuilt in 1898.The main stupa of Wat That Luang (1818) holds the ashes of King Sisavang Vong.
		Outside Luang Phrabang: Pak Ou Caves on the Mekong River are a 25-km boat ride away and contain hundreds of Buddha statues.
	www.circleofasia.com /guide/luang-prabang.asp (316 words)

	Laos - LANGUID LUANG PRABANG by Tamarind Tours (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Luang Prabang reposes gracefully on a peninsula between the mighty Mekong and peaceful Khan rivers, ringed by emerald mountains, dotted with more than 30 active temples and hundreds of UNESCO-protected architectural treasures.
		Luang Prabang has a multitude of charming restaurants offering outstanding Lao, French, and international taste treats (be sure to try a tasty Luang Prabang watercress salad and aromatic Lao coffee).
		Our guests often remark that the highlight of their holiday was the charming company of our trained guides and their friendly introduction to Lao life and culture.
	www.tamarindtours.com /languid.htm (937 words)

	Land use change and soil and water processes in tropical mountain environments
		The meeting will be organised in Luang Phrabang, the capital of a mountainous province in Lao PDR.
		Luang Phrabang can be reached from Vientiane, Lao PDR, Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Thailand.
		Participants will be urged to make reservations for their accommodation and flights very early because December is the peak season in Luang Phrabang.
	soilerosion.net /laos2004/lpfirstcircular.html (1360 words)

	Black Tai and Lao Song Dam
		Following the death of the chao of Muoi, in the struggle for succession among the powerful families, resistance to Luang Phrabang collapsed and the chiefdoms were annexed as an vassal states.
		Both Wiengchan and Luang Phrabang resisted domination encouraging frequent efforts at pacification by the Siamese.
		By 1780, the Siamese were engaged with Luang Phrabang and had occupied the Black Tai myang of Muoi and Than.
	www.seasite.niu.edu /Tai/TaiDam/article/a4.htm (1130 words)

	Luang Phrabang (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Luang Phrabang es una ciudad en Laos; era antes el capital de un reino del mismo nombre y es también el nombre de una provincia de la cual es el capital.
		La ciudad de Luang Phrabang está en Laos central del norte, en el río de Mekong cerca de el norte de 425 kilómetros de Vientiane.
		Muang Sua era el viejo nombre de Luang Phrabang que seguía su conquista en 698 A.D. de un príncipe tailandés, Khun bajo, que agarró su oportunidad cuando Nan-chao fue contratado a otra parte.
	www.yotor.net /wiki/es/lu/Luang%20Phrabang.htm (560 words)

	Luang Phrabang - Wikpedia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Luang Prabang is a city in Laos; it was formerly the capital of a kingdom of the same name and is also the name of a province of which it is the capital.
		The city of Luang Prabang is in north central Laos, on the Mekong River about 425 km north of Vientiane.
		This page was last modified 17:04, 15 Apr 2005.
	www.bostoncoop.net /~tpryor/wiki/index.php?title=Luang_Prabang (510 words)

	Footprints Travel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Travel from Bangkok to Thailand’s ancient capital of Sukhothai, and then on to Luang Phrabang, the former capital of Laos situated on the banks of the Mekong.
		Your afternoon is at leisure in the town of Luang Phrabang.
		Air-conditioned vehicles are used for road travel, and we fly from Bangkok to Sukhothai; Sukhothai to Luang Phrabang; Luang Phrabang to Danang; Danang to Siem Reap and Siem Reap to Bangkok.
	www.footprintstravel.com /fixeddepartures.cfm?col=ff8800&fixeddepartureid=5 (712 words)

	Welcome to ann tours
		Luang Prabang Province Luang Prabang is the ancient capital city of the Lan Xang Kingdom.
		This temple was used to organize the highest Royal Ceremony and houses the funeral vehicle of the former king.
		Tham Ting “mostly known as Pak Ou Cave” is an overhanging cave on the cliff that could be seen from the boat on the Mekong River.
	www.anntours.com /ll2.htm (525 words)

	Ball of Dirt on Luang Phrabang, Laos / Aki Aki / Egy ev szandalban / Szentendre
		Ball of Dirt on Luang Phrabang, Laos / Aki Aki / Egy ev szandalban / Szentendre
		(31) (Arjen Hoekzema) Luang Prabang is a small city on the banks of the Mekong river in the north of Lao.
		Luang Prabangban meglehetosen magas az ezer fore juto templomok szama (1-nel tobb, az biztos), raadasul ezek lenyegesen baratsagosabbak, mint a hideg, steril thaifoldi tarsaik.
	www.ballofdirt.com /entries/737/14183.html (280 words)

	Welcome to ann tours
		Day 03: Begin the morning with a scenic boat ride to the mystical pilgrimage site of the Pak Ou caves, well known for its interior collection of 3,000 buddhas (some of which have been inlaid with semi precious stones).
		Day 02: Early morning by land to Luang Phrabang, pick up and transfer to the border and assistance crossing to Laos.
		Day 03: Full day explore Luang Phrabang, visit the former Royal Palace where is now a musuem, numerous beautiful temples.
	www.anntours.com /l_tour.htm (985 words)

	Maison Souvannaphoum Hotel: Special Tour Package - Luang Prabang, Laos
		Marvel at the simplicity of a quaint relaxing city of Luang Prabang, Laos.
		Luang Prabang Guide, More Tours in Luang Prabang.
		Approximate price for roundtrip airfare between Bangkok and Luang Prabang is 315 US dollar per person (subject to change).
	www.circleofasia.com /asia/ToursDetail.asp?id=TLPQ0816 (780 words)

	Luang Phrabang Stopover Tours (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Arrival Luang Prabang, the former royal capital, your guide will meet at the airport for transfer to hotel.
		Built in 1796, the five-tiered roof of the wooden Sim (chapel) epitomizes the graceful Luang Prabang architectural style.
		Return to Luang Prabang and spend the rest of the day exploring or relaxing on your own.
	azuretours.com /laos_01.htm (443 words)

	Laos - Royal Treatment in Luang Phrabang (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		LUANG PRABANG, Laos — The lazy lanes of Luang Prabang are now a little
		Already Luang Prabang is a budding base for mountain biking, hiking,
		Following are some choice accommodations in Luang Prabang.
	www.thetravelforum.com /t52842.html (508 words)

	Tailor Made Molidays - revealing the secrets of nature
		The owner is Khun Jun who is quite a local character and speaks excellent English having been married to an American lady for many years.
		On the way to Luang Phrabang a brief stop is made to observe the traditional process of obtaining local rice alcohol.
		Arrive late afternoon and check in to the Boat Landing, an eco-lodge on the banks of the Namtha River, six km from the provincial town, constructed with local materials in a local Lao style.
	www.symbiosis-travel.com /tailormade/revealing.htm (1553 words)

	Maekhong Tour
		Luang Phrabang was originally within the LAN NA (million rice field) Kingdom that is now Northern Thailand.
		To journey from Chiang Mai along THE OLD TRADE ROUTE through Ban Thaton, Chiang Rai, (the Golden Triangle) Chiang Saen, Chiang Khong and then on down to Luang Phrabang, is to quite literally, travel back through the pages of La Na history.
		For many years we at Track of the Tiger have waited patiently for the right opportunity, the right operator, to provide a reliable and safe programme along this route that would appeal to our own typical client group.
	www.track-of-the-tiger.com /html/maekhong_tour.html (660 words)

	Tours to Vientiane and Plain of Jars
		An early morning start to drive to Luang Prabang, which is perhaps the best preserved traditional city in Southeast Asia.
		The road conditions are very pool; how ever the unequalled scenery with a mixture of steep terraced fields and hill tribe villages make for an interesting journey.
		We then embark on a cruise upstream on the Mekong river which also gives us a beautiful view of the tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the mysterious of Pak Ou caves, crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes.
	www.azuretours.com /laos_06.htm (618 words)

	Photos from Muang Khoua, Royal Palace, Luang Prabang, Mekong, Laos, Pictures Mon-Photo
		The main road of Luang Prapang (pronounced LOH proh-BAHNG, also spelled "Louang Phrabang", "Luang Phrabang" or "Louang Phabang"), the former capital of Laos and a UNESCO World Heritage City, is a wonderful patchwork of traditional Lao wooden houses and hints of European architecture-- reminders of when Laos was the French colony of Indochine.
		Golden-roofed Wats, decorated with mosaics and murals of the life of Buddha sit under the gaze of wrap-around balconies and 19th century shuttered windows.
		The boat ride to or from Louang Phabang is considered the high point of many tours of South East Asia.
	www.mon-photo.com /Asia/Laos_3 (174 words)

	Made it to Luang Phrabang, Think We'll Stay (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		It turns out he had to go back through and check his bag which really wasn't so bad because our flight was the only one into Luang Phrabang and by the time we got through the Visa on Arrival line it was there waiting for us.
		We are staying at Jaliya Guesthous pretty much in the center of Luang Phrabang.
		Luang Phrabang is our favorite place yet, in fact we all agree we would not have minded skippin Chiang Mai and definitly Bangkok and come straight here.
	www.travelblog.org /Asia/Laos/Luang-Prabang/blog-5795.html (1244 words)

	TrekEarth \| I was a novice Photo
		While not as impressive but even more emotional, a line up of 3 or 4 old monks will witness that their temple is still alive, though it will certainly be closed in a few years.
		What fascinated me is that one could see almost the whole people of Luang Prabang outside their houses, novices and monks walking, believers sitted or kneeled on the side of the streets, all this in a TOTAL SILENCE : you would barely hear the rubbing of their feet against the road.
		We already can enjoy quite a set of Luang Prabang food donation photos in TE (I specially like Manny's -see inside my favs box-) as I knew I hardly could do better or renew the genre, I took a chance on getting the monk's view of the ceremony.
	www.trekearth.com /gallery/photo109105.htm (1243 words)

	TrekEarth \| Monks lines and chicken height Photo (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		When the monks lineup is in sight at the end of the street, there's each day a very slight whisper and a little tension running up through the women team, everybody checks that everyone stands straight.
		This is amazing, we're in Luang Prabang, shortly after dawn, the silence around is made of gold, old ladies are morning the alms, the monks come into scene as if they were on a stairway from heaven, Luko lyes in the gutter without moving a single finger...
		Well I missed this shot when I was in Luang Prabang, but this is what travel is all about, seeing the things that we never see in our western world of wealth and comfort.
	www.trekearth.com /gallery/Asia/photo117011.htm (1642 words)

	Jaliya Guest House, Luang Phrabang \| Photo (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
		Before the roosters started crowing, we hiked to Wat Phu Si (a temple atop a 300 ft hill in the middle of the city) to see the sun rise over Luang Prabang.
		Somehow the sun beat us to the top, but with the smoke and dust in the air it was a dramatic red disc over the beautiful village of Luang Prabang.
		At the top, we took a spin on an old Russian anti-aircraft gun - it was very nostaligic for Benny.
	www.travelblog.org /Photos/21760.html (167 words)

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