Luang Prabang is the former capital of Laos and the center of culture and religion of Laotian people with monasteries, monuments, traditional costumes, old French houses and beautiful scenery. Every year, Luang Prabang attracts thousands of both domestic and international tourists, especially during its yearly celebration called Pimai Lao (or Laos New Year) in mid April. The people are hospitalized, the atmosphere is typical, and the cultures are unspoiled. In 1996, Luang Prabang was voted as the World Heritage site