The Myth of Luang Phrabang and the Construction of Cultural Landscape

Luang Prabang's cultural landscape is intricately shaped by its legends, which serve as a foundational narrative for the town's historical settlement, sacred sites, and natural features. The study identifies three core thematic categories across ten key legends: village settlements like Chanthaphanith and Xieng Thong, sacred places and rituals such as those involving the Naga Clans, and the origins of natural landmarks like Mount Phou Nang. These legends collectively articulate a coherent cultural landscape that blends human history with environmental narratives, offering insights into how mythological traditions influence spatial organization and ritual practices in UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

VONGPHACH, P. (2025). The Myth of Luang Phrabang and the Construction of Cultural Landscape. Souphanouvong University Journal Multidisciplinary Research and Development, 11(4), 69–76. https://doi.org/10.69692/sujmrd110469