1. When France annexed Laos, the French recognised Luang Prabang as the royal residence of Laos.

2. The self-financed OckPopTok weaving centre and textile gallery is based in Luang Prabang.

3. Luang Prabang is well worth the minimal extra effort it takes the adventurous traveler to get there.

4. The northern part is mountainous, with the Luang Prabang Range separating the northwestern part of the country from Thailand.

5. Other than Wattay, available landing strips in the country consisted of rough runways at Xieng Khouang, Luang Prabang, Pakse, and the Plaine des Jarres.