Pak Ou's Caves
Pak Ou Caves
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Thousands of miniature Buddha effigies watch from caves set high above the Mekong River, a unique and spiritual site with historical significance.

📜 Group of two sacred caves (Tham Ting and Tham Theung/Pum) overlooking the Mekong River, 25 km north of Luang Prabang, Laos.
Known for thousands of miniature Buddha sculptures placed over hundreds of years.

Why Go

🙏 Spiritual site with thousands of Buddha effigies
🚤 Enjoy a scenic boat ride on the Mekong River
🥃 Opportunity to visit a "whiskey village" detour
📜 Explore a site with deep historical significance

Why Avoid

🚶‍♀️ Requires climbing steep stairs to access caves
♿ Not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers

Tips

🎟️ Purchase tickets at the Luang Prabang long boat office
🛥️ Accessible only by boat
🏘️ Consider visiting Pak Ou Village across the river

Cost

💰 Ticket purchase required, amount not specified.

Last updated 6 days ago

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