Museum of Tribal Heritage
ພິພິທະພັນຊົນເຜົ່າ ຜົ້ງສາລີ
A small museum showcasing the costumes, silverwork, and everyday tools of more than 20 ethnic groups in Phongsaly Province. A good place to learn about the peoples before a trek.
Phongsaly is known as the Lao province with the most ethnic groups. The museum displays costumes, headdresses, farming tools, and musical instruments by ethnic group, including the Akha, Phunoy, Tai Lue, and Yao, with English captions. It is small, and you can see everything in about half an hour. Admission costs a few thousand kip. The museum is mainly open on weekdays and is often closed at lunchtime and on weekends, so check with the tourist office before you go.
Opening hours
Weekdays, 8:00–11:30 AM and 1:30–4:30 PM (check on site)