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Muang Phônsavan
City in Xiangkhouang, Laos
Overview
Muang Phônsavan is a tranquil town in northern Laos, serving as the gateway to the mysterious UNESCO-listed Plain of Jars. With its laid-back pace, friendly locals, and intriguing war history, the city is an off-the-beaten-track destination rich in natural and cultural sights.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Laos
Province
Xiangkhouang
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Vientiane
Coordinates
19.45°, 103.19°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$533
Local Cost
$277
Local Income
$160
Cashless
15
English
30
Temperature
21.0°C
Summer Avg
23.1°C
Winter Avg
17.2°C
Record High
38.0°C
Record Low
-0.8°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
999 mm
Internet Speed
31 Mbps
Upload
29 Mbps
Latency
11 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
3
Walk Score
3
Footways
5.0
Airport
XKH
Distance
4 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 31 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 55/100.
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