Royal Palace Museum

The Royal Palace Museum, also known as Haw Kham or Golden Hall, is a former royal palace in Luang Prabang, Laos. The palace was built in 1904 during the French colonial era for King Sisavang Vong and his family. It features a blend of Lao traditional and French style architecture. The palace houses a collection of historical items, including the Pha Bang Buddha statue, and provides insight into Lao history and the royal family. The compound includes several buildings, such as the Royal Barge Shelter, a conference hall, and Haw Pha Bang, which houses the standing Buddha statue called Prabang. The palace has been converted into a national museum, showcasing the history of the former monarchy and the royal collection