Pha Khao Lao

Luang Prabang


Based on the Lao concept of a shared dining table, this local restaurant is earning a loyal following thanks to its delicious home-cooked-style food that includes a generous vegetarian selection. Noodles come in many shapes and sizes here and you can request a level of chilli to suit your palate. The lunches are an absolute bargain at 20,000K a plate.


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3. Phu Si

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Dominating the old city centre and a favourite with sunset junkies, the 100m-tall Phu Si (prepare your legs for a steep 329-step ascent) is crowned by a…

4. That Chomsi

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5. TAEC

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8. Buddha Footprint

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