Tourism
Kuang Si waterfalls, nearby Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang has both natural and historical sites. Among the natural tourism sites are the Kuang Si Falls, Tat Sae Waterfalls and Pak Ou Caves. Elephant riding is offered at some sites. Phou si, located in the center of the town has broad views of the town and river systems, and is a popular place to watch the sun setting over the Mekong River. At the end of the main street of Luang Prabang is a night market where stalls sell shirts, bracelets and other souvenirs. The Haw Kham Royal Palace Museum and the Wat Xieng Thong temple are among the most well known historical sites. The town, particularly the main street is dotted with many smaller wats such as Wat Hosian Voravihane. Every morning at sunrise, monks walk in a procession through the streets accepting alms offered by local residents, an event popular with tourists but subject to some controversy surrounding tourist etiquette.[4] Mountain biking is quite common, with people often biking around the town or to the waterfalls for the day.
Mekong river moss, served fried, is one of area's specialty foods and is served at many local eateries.