Muang Sui Travel Guide
Muang Sui was once a town famed for its Buddhist temples, historic architecture and beautiful countryside. However, it was subject to intense bombing raids during the Secret War and as a result, much of the landscape was ruined.
- Worth It?
- If you are interested in the history of northern Laos then Muang Sui is a must-visit, but it is fairly difficult to get to and quite isolated.
- What to Do
- visit the temple ruins, have a picnic on the lake.
- Best Time to Go
- during the dry season from November to February.
- How Long?
- One or two days.
- Trivia
- Muang Sui is home to an impressive large network of caves that house hundreds of small Buddha statues which were stored here 200 years ago to protect them from Haw invasions.
There are many ruins found throughout this Lao town, mainly of ancient temples, but also of houses and other historic buildings. The town is home to a beautiful lake known as Nong Tang, which is overlooked by tall limestone cliffs. This is a popular spot for picnics and water sports. The local caves can be found nearby and are a must-visit if you are in the area.
Other popular attractions include the surrounding countryside, which is complete with hiking trails and 15th century ruins; most notably the ruin of a stupa called That Banmang. Despite its small size and laid back nature, Muang Sui is actually a fascinating town to visit due to its interesting history and ancient sites.
Travel to Muang Sui - Getting There
The easiest way to reach the town is to fly into Luang Prabang and take a bus. Journeys, however, can be long and uncomfortable so it is important to bear this in mind. Phonsavan is less than an hour away by bus.
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