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Ma Té Sai

Luang Prabang

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Ma Té Sai

Ma Té Sai, which translates to 'where is it from?', is famed for selling gifts, textiles, and homeware hand made by people from villages across Laos. Shopping at this modest shop means bringing back home a piece of Lao history and culture while supporting local artisans.

Useful Information

  • Address: Kingkitsarath Road, Luang Prabang
  • Phone: +856 71 260 654
  • More Info: matesai.com
  • Opening House: Daily 8:30am–8:30pm

Shopping

The World Heritage City of Luang Prabang is a haven for lovers of handicrafts, fabrics like silk and Laotian cotton, woodcarving, jewellery, and more. The Handicraft Night Market is the most popular place for shopping enthusiasts, but if hidden gems are what you are looking for, read on and find out some of the most interesting spots to shop for charming souvenirs and local products.

Night Market Copyright: pang_oasis/shutterstock
Night Market
Sandwiched between Settathilat and Sisavangvong Roads in the town centre, the Night Market is a beautiful frame to the intricately decorated temples and monasteries and the jungle-covered terrain. From 5 pm onwards, vendors load their stalls with handicrafts and other goods, from clothing to jewellery, to lamps and ceramics. Food stalls are concentrated at …
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Ma Té Sai Copyright: PixHound/shutterstock
Ma Té Sai
Ma Té Sai, which translates to 'where is it from?', is famed for selling gifts, textiles, and homeware hand made by people from villages across Laos. Shopping at this modest shop means bringing back home a piece of Lao history and culture while supporting local …
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Garden of Eden Copyright: gabriel12/shutterstock
Garden of Eden
In Ban Phan Louang village, Garden of Eden is a teeny–tiny wonder on the other side of a bamboo bridge. Here, not only can you purchase one-of-a-kind jewellery, but even create necklaces, bracelets, and earrings of your own by following instructions from local artisans. The balcony overlooking the river is as dazzling as the …
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Ock Pop Tok Living Craft Centre Copyright: Nguyen Dac Dat/Shutterstock.com
Ock Pop Tok Living Craft Centre
Set serenely on the banks of the Mekong River, Ock Pop Tok Living Craft Centre provides insight into the centenary textile tradition. Here, you will have the chance to meet the people that still create textile on traditional looms, and join an array of different classes, from weaving to dyeing and batik drawing. Pay …
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