Having 'done' the middle and south of Laos, we wanted to explore the north and so, the following day we said our goodbyes to the friendly staff at the Hotel Pakse and flew to the old capital city of Luang Prabang.
Andy had told us that we should see it and that we would enjoy its many and varied charms.
A two hour flight and 10,000 kip taxi ride and we were in LP by late 
afternoon. This is a beautiful city and although it attracts many thousands of tourists every year, it still retains its charm and historical interest. It's true that it caters for European and American tastes, but so far, the likes of McDonalds and Starbucks haven't touched this country(phew!!!).
afternoon. This is a beautiful city and although it attracts many thousands of tourists every year, it still retains its charm and historical interest. It's true that it caters for European and American tastes, but so far, the likes of McDonalds and Starbucks haven't touched this country(phew!!!). A walk around the evening market was enough to convince us that we really liked the city and we planned to spend 5/6 days here, before moving down to the capital Ventiane, by way of Vang Vien.
However...................................!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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