26/4/02 Bus to Luang Prabang, Laos (Phillip)
Nothing too noteworthy to say today, but that's never stopped me before! It's a 7-hour journey and the scenery is amazing. Mountains stretch as far as the eye can see but I actually spent the first 4 hours reading a book. I managed to read it cover to cover, which is the first book I've read voluntarily for years.
Luang Prabang is a regular stop on the tourist circuit meaning there's lots of easy things to do. I ended up walking to all the famous sights, perhaps the highlight was a Wat (temple) on top of a hill in the center of town. After climbing the 394 steps in baking heat I got an amazing view of the city and surrounding areas. To my surprise right on top of the hill was an old anti-aircraft gun! Well worth the climb.
Posted by Admin at May 4, 2002 11:16 PM