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MUANG SING
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| QUICK GUIDANCE |
| The breathtaking landscapes, beautiful coastlines, cultural delights and historical significance, make Laos an enjoyable stop in Asia travel map. To help you plan a trip in Muang Sing - Laos, we provide the useful guide of hotel options, package tours, transport, attractions, shopping and entertainment. You just click the sections below for helpful information. |
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MUANG SING
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| The Muang Sing District was once a garrison town and the most northern outpost during the time of French colonial rule. This town was also the center of the Sipsongpanna civilization now living in Yunnan province in southwestern China. The old barracks and other colonial buildings are unusual features worthy of visiting when in this area.
This district has a picturesque beauty with mountains and many old temples. Although many temples were destroyed during the war, one major attraction and several old temples remain which are noticeably different in style from the classical temples found elsewhere in Laos.
As a central point of trade and political administration that has changed hands over centuries, Muang Sing has many remaining historical sites including: That Xieng Teung stupa believed to contain a sacred relic of the Lord Buddha; remains of the ancient city walls and moat; residence of the former Muong Sing Prince, Panya Sekong; colonial French garrison; traditional Tai Lue houses; and the hospital of Dr. Tom Dooley, and American doctor who was stationed here in the 1960's.
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MUANG SING TRAVEL TIPS |
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GETTING IN - OUT
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The district of Muang Sing is accessible by land only. The most popular overland routes to and from the district start and end in Bokeo Province's Ban Houei Xay and Luang Prabang. There is an international border crossing at Boten (China-Laos). The speed boat journey up the Mekong River from Ban Houei Xay to Xieng Kok in Muang Long, then 3 hour by road to Muang Sing. |
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GETTING AROUND
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The local transport by tuk-tuk, the bus or a song taeow is inexpensive and easy to arrange. For short trips, many people get around by renting bicycles.
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ENTERTAINMENT |
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| Northern Laos |
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Vientiane - Vang Vieng, Bokeo - Houeixai Town, Houaphan, Luang Namtha- Muang Sing, Luang Prabang - Muong Ngoi, Oudomxay, Phong Saly,
Xaignabouli, Xieng Khouang |
| Central Laos |
| Bolikhamxay, Khammouane - Khonglor Cave - Thakhaek Town, Savannakhet |
| Southern Laos |
| Attapeu, Champasak - Khong Island - Pakse Town, Salavan - Tadlo Waterfall, Sekong |
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