Rosewood Luang Prabang announces an enriching enhancement to its guest experiences through a new initiative that celebrates the rich heritage of Lao textiles. Textile expert, Dr. Linda S. McIntosh, offers guests a unique insight into the culture, history, and beauty of the region. A research associate for the Tracing Patterns Foundation and an independent researcher renowned for her work on Southeast Asian handwoven textiles.
Guests can explore the history and beauty of these textiles through experiences at Gallery ASIAMA or exclusive visits to Dr. McIntosh’s Villa Azurin on the Mekong River.
Presentation of a Textile Topic at Gallery ASIAMA. Dr. McIntosh, an internationally renowned Southeast Asian textile expert, will introduce you to museum-quality, traditional textiles of Laos. She can also personalize the topic on request depending on the guests’ interests.
Time: Approximately 1.5 hours
Price: USD 250
Add-on – Visit a weaving center specializing in weaving and embroidering Luang Prabang-style textiles. Located in Chomphet District, Dr. McIntosh will lead you across the Mekong River to this secluded textile center and silk farm. Linda will explain the processes and the textiles being created in situ.
Time: 1.5 – 2 hours
Price: USD 210
Note: include transportation, refreshments
Visit a weaving center specializing in weaving and embroidering Luang Prabang-style textiles. Located in Chomphet District, Dr. McIntosh will lead you across the Mekong River to this secluded textile center and silk farm. Linda will explain the processes and the textiles being created in situ. Time permitting, guests may want to visit North Chan Village Pottery Center, the sole surviving pottery village in North Laos.
Time: 1.5 – 2 hours
Price: USD 350
Note: include transportation, refreshments
Exclusive Visit to Villa Azurin. Visit Dr. Linda S. McIntosh at her home Villa Azurin 20 kilometers downriver on the Mekong River. She will introduce you to museum-quality, traditional textiles of Laos using textiles from ASIAMA Gallery to illustrate the talk.
Time: 2 - 3 hours, includes cold drinks, such as drinking water and a Lao tisane
Price: USD 650
Note: include round trip transportation
Daily, Advanced Reservations Are Required
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