Blog Post #3

Destination: Laos, Luang Prabang

I chose this National Geographic video because of its array of information about Luang Prabang, which is located in Laos. The video calls Laos a "real hidden gem of a destination." This caught my attention right away, wondering what might make this place so special. The video goes on to visit Luang Prabang, a city in Laos. I was surprised to hear how much detail the video gave concerning the geography of the city. It mentions the many Buddhist that live there and the daily rituals of the monks, giving the viewer an idea of the religion in the city. It mentions that the dry and cool season is between November and February, giving viewers an idea of the climate calender. Also mentioned, you could expect to see many "ornate temples" while visiting Luang Prabang. The narrator recommends the best clothing for a trip there, including shoes that are easy to remove, and conservative clothing. By mentioning these things, we are given insight into the culture and traditions of those living in Luang Prabang. I thought that this video was a good indicator of the geography   of the city, Luang Prabang in Laos.