The term Laos's Luang Prabang is a city in northern Laos, located at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers. It was the capital of the Lan Xang kingdom from the 14th to the 16th century and is now the capital of the Luang Prabang Province. The city is known for its numerous Buddhist temples and monasteries, as well as its French colonial architecture. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Southeast Asia.