Luang Prabang National Museum—Luang Prabang, Laos
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N 19° 53.484 E 102° 08.178
48Q E 200140 N 2202014
The museum of the city of Luang Prabang, in northern Laos.
Waymark Code: WMEF3A
Location: Laos
Date Posted: 05/20/2012
Views: 10
The tourist city, provincial capital, and World Heritage site of Luang Prabang also has a museum. Originally, the museum building was a palace for the King of Luang Prabang, built between 1904-9 by the former French administration. It was after the 1975 revolution that the building was transformed into a museum.
The Museum contains displays of religious and cultural artefacts, largely relating to the history of the region, and the former royal family. There is a strict no photography policy. The museum is near the city centre, and in a landscaped grounds. Entry cost is 30,000 Kip, ~$3.
Theme:
Political and cultural history.
Food Court: no
Gift Shop: yes
Hours of Operation:
Wed-Mon:
08.00-11.30 13.30-16.00.
Cost: 30000.00 (listed in local currency)
Museum Size: Small
Street Address: Not listed
Relevant Web Site: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
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