A couple of days ago we arrived in the city of Luang Prabang, it was once the capital of Laos, and therefore has lots of temples to visit, but frankly not a lot else. It's a nice looking place though, with primarily French colonial architecture, some nice eateries and in addition is situated on the confluence of two rivers (Mekong and Nam Khan).
We took a sunset boat ride out to a small pottery village, where we learnt just how difficult it is to make anything... other than a mess. Thankfully the children who were teaching us had a slightly better grasp of it. Pockets now a little lighter, we headed back on our chartered boat to the city.
Today, we're headed on a 2 day Elephant trekking, and mahout course. So getting back to London, not only am I fully qualified to drive a car, and ride a motorbike, I (fingers crossed) would be able to ride my Elephant to work, or even just for a leisurely stroll around Richmond Park.
Anyway, much more to come on that tomorrow night when we return to civilization. We hope you're all well, and that City find some form for next week...
Cya soon!
P.S Some new photos uploaded :o]
Following the yellow brick road, since October 27th 2009.
3 comments:
Hello both. Seems to me that Laos is a country with a bit of a sense of humour. Looks a nice chilled-out place, and you've met some nice people. Not sure about the distilled 'snake' wine though [M's face suggested it wasn't nice]. Enjoyed the pics as ever. Have fun on the 'heffalumps', watch out for mice! Don't worry about City - they'll come good at the end. Wembley here we come [fancy going?]. Take care. Dad / Jack
Hi both hope elephant treck lives up tp expectations. Photos great. Went to a great salsa party sat night. Didn't get in till 2am (second childhood do you think?)will send u video of my set piece. You may not regognise me with fake tan. Lily and nats on Easter holidays now( nats at home). Miranda Robert and I have discussed pie night, he offered to arrange. Not sure of numbers as depend on time if lily can go as school night. Lots of love Mum &Dad
Pics great as usual .I like the idea of water volleyball after tubing.have agreat elephant trek.A good time was had by all in Langdale.City play Cardiff away tues .On sky 1 on Fri v WBA away .Need to get back to winning ways.Black Horse booked for Mon April 19th 6.30pm(Dad and Jack included too)
Take care Love Mumx and Rob
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