Meuang Xay Town

Meung Xay Overview
Total area: 2,587 Square kilometers.
No. of Villag:  96
Population: 76,334; female: 37,690
No. of Family: 13,230 
Ethnic Group: Lao, Tai dam, Hmong, Khumu, Hor, Phou Noy, Lue, Yang, Akha, Bit, Lammet and Phou Xang.
Language used: Lao, English, Chinese and Others
Access: Public transportation 
      Welcome to Meuang Xay town (also known as Oudomxay), situated in both sides of the Nam Kor basin and surrounded by scenic mountains.

The town is formed by small villages as an important point of intersection in Northern Laos. The proximity to China, Vietnam and the multiethnic influence make the dynamic center of Meuang Xay unique from other towns in the region.

However, every corner of the town is full of unique Lao life style with many interesting things for you to discover.

 

Reasons to stay longer in Meuang Xay town

· Enjoy the sunset on the top of Phou Thad Stupa, a place where you can see every conrner of Xay town.

· Visit handicraft shops and see how the products are made

• Make a tour in town and see the “secret” life and the multiethnic markets

• Discover the Nam Kat Waterfall with different tourist activities there.

· Visit Chom Ong Cave - it ranks as the longest cave in Laos (more than 16 Km).

· Enjoy Lao food, especially Oudomxay dishes.

· Spoil yourself with traditional sauna and massage

· Take a trip to Meuang La town to experience the life along the Nam Phak river

Do it yourself Activities

Where to stay in Meuang Xay

No	Name	Address	No of Room	Contact Number
1	Phetmany Guesthouse	Nalao Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	14	020 98686666
2	Vilavong Guesthouse	Navannoy Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	11	081 212503
3	Vixien Guesthouse	Pasak Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	20	030 9286669
4	Thipchalearnhoungheuang Guesthouse1	Nalao Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	10	030 5702418
5	Thipchalearnhoungheuang Guesthouse2	Nongmangda Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	17	020 55202099
6	Phanmixay Guesthouse1	Nalao Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	12	020 55424333
7	Phanmixay Guesthouse2	Nalao Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	13	020 22233800
8	Anousone Guesthouse	Nalao Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	9	020 55750829
9	Sengaly Guesthouse	Nongmangda Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	24	081 211222
10	Dokbuakhao Guesthouse	Nalao Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	10	020 56062169
11	Sivilay Guesthouse	Nalao Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	10	020 55780089
12	Oudomphet Guesthouse	Navannoy Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	13	081 312236
13	Xingye Guesthouse	Navannoy Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	5	020 22370456
14	AnliewAnna Guesthouse	Donexay Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	11	030 9231686
15	Sailomyen Guesthouse2	Nalao Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	34	030 5130529
16	Namneung Guesthouse	Donekeo Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	20	020 58987779
17	Nongleng Guesthouse	Vanghai Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	15	020 22833232
18	Dokbuadeng Guesthouse	Navannoy Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	9	02055481983
19	Tarlee Guesthouse	Nalao Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	7	020 55181515
20	Khamkor Guesthouse	Navannoy Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	6	020 55540504
21	Oudomxay Guesthouse	Nalao Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	13	081 312250
22	Vivanh Guesthouse	Navannoy Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	5	081 212219
23	Ximxim Guesthouse	Nalao Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	15	020 55580056
24	Donekhoun Guesthouse	Jeng Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	10	030 51783833
25	Phimdavanh Guesthouse	Navannoy Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	15	020
26	Sysomphone Guesthouse	Nalao Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	7	020 55880999

  

Meuang xay town Restaurants

No	Name	Address	Contact Number
1	Kunya Restaurant	Navannoy Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	030 9280013
2	Souphailin Restaurant	Vanghai Village, XayDistrict, Oudomxay	020 56062474
3	Xindad sanoukphon Restaurant	NalaoVillage,XayDistrict,OudomXay	020 22372799
4	Veodao Restaurant	NalaoVillage,XayDistrict,OudomXay	020 55182135
5	Meuangneua Restaurant	ChengVillage,XayDistrict,OudomXay	02055673783
6	Sakhone Restaurant	NalaoVillage,XayDistrict,OudomXay	02055050322
7	Banlao Restaurant	NalaoVillage,XayDistrict,OudomXay	020 55365271
8	Suanpakham Restaurant	DonekeoVillage,XayDistrict,OudomXay	030 9626004
9	Xindadsingphavanh	HomesoukVillage,XayDistrict,OudomXay	020 59795979

           
       Xay town offers a variety of activities that you can do on your own. Please follow the recommendation showed above here. Most of the activities we suggest can be done on foot. 

Phu That Stupa

             Phouthat Stupa (full name Xay - Moungkhoun Latanamingmeuang Stupa) is the most prominent Vat Phouthat in Oudomxay, located on the top of the hill in the center of Meuang Xay town. The stupa was built for all Buddhist followers to celebrate religious festivals and other budhhist ceremonies. It is presumed that the stupa was originally built by Thai Leu tribe during the 14th century when the former King Phachao Xaysetha Thirath was still on his throne. Every full moon day the religious celebration is held at the stupa. The stupa’s height is 18 meters from the bottom to the top. The dimension of the stupa is 18 m x 18 m. It’s recognized as the symbol  of  Oudomxay Province. Visiting the stupa means you reach Oudomxay.

Traditional Sauna and Massage

            Traditionally the steam bath is used to alleviate pain. The steam bath personal is experienced in using traditional herbs which are good for your health. The sauna uses many different types of herbs in the steam bath and serves herbal tea. All herbs are grown naturally and collected locally. Unlike in Western saunas we do not shower between and after the steam. This gives the herbs a chance to soak into your skin. 

Oudomxay museum

               Oudomxay Museum is located on top of Sebey mountain in Ban Cheang of Oudomxay town. The name of the mountain comes from the French army camp that was situated there. The French army called the mountain “C.B.” - the French pronunciation of this abbreviation further on transferred into today’s Lao name “Sebey”.

Vat Ban Cheng Temple

             The Tree of Life, also known as Manycot Tree, grows in the mythical forest of Hinmapan. The tree had lived enormously long (already 4.479 year old). It was a special tree because its fruit was very big which is about 260 cm. However, none of the animals could eat the fruit. Finally when the fruit fell down, it was so heavy that it caused an earthquake. It caused so much damage that the Naga, the people and all leaving beings were very afraid. So they consulted about a possible solution…  the full story can be read in the DiY-flyer

Waterfall at km 11

            This waterfall "Tad lak 11" is about 11 Kmfar from Xay town, which is on the road to Luang Prabang. it's situated in the provincial protected area Phou Hi Phi. It is a popular excursion and picnic place for Lao people on weekends and holidays. You can visit the waterfall by using the local transportation service (Tuk-Tuk) or rent a bike to go there.

Handicraft productivity marketing center

             The Productivity Marketing Center (PMC) of Oudomxay, supported by UNIDO. is a center for promoting local village entrepreneurship and value-added goods. These goods can be seen and purchased in the center. The range of goods comprises specialties such as sesame oils, essential oils from Houn and La district of Oudomxay Province, Posa- Bamboo- & Banana paper products, Embroidery from Kheuapiad (Jungle vine) and cotton, and broom grass products.