Luang Namtha / Oudomxay /
Phongsaly
Newly opened to
tourists is this mountains region and unspoiled colorful villages of many
ethic minorities such as Hmong, Iko, Mien and Samtoa which made this
northern part of Laos become a spotlight destination. Come and see their
unique way of life and treasure of the beautiful natural
surrounding.
Houaixay
This is located
in the northwestern part of Laos near by infamous of Golden Triangle where
three countries, Laos , Thailand and Myanmar are converged. This region is
one of the key trading port of these three countries and also well known
of its precious stones (sapphires and rubies) and gold mining.
Luang Prabang
The first Lao Kingdom , Lane Xang was consolidated here. It
was well known as the main sources of the monarchical power. Many ancient
temples dating back in 13 Century are still preserved for visitors to see.
The king Royal palace and Phousi hill are one of the many that visitors
ought not to be missed. Luang Prabang was voted as the World Heritage Site
in 1996.
Xiengkhouang
This province is located in the
southeast of Luang Prabang, and it is one of the most contaminated of
unexplored ordnance in the world which remaining from Indochina War.
Well-known to this province is its precious Plain of Jars.
Vangvieng
Traveling 161 kms. to the north of Vientiane is a small town
called Vangvieng. It surrounded by mountains scenery and Nam Song River
that lead to stalactite and stalagmite caves and it is also best for
canoeing and rafting. This fascinating place is perfect for those who are
searching for relaxation and be away from speedy life-style of the
modernization.
Vientiane
Place of the central government and
center for culture and commerce is Vientiane , the capital city of Laos .
Situated on the bank of the longest river in the Southeast Asia , the
Mekong River and sharing border with Thailand through the Friendship
Bridge . Buddhist monasteries, important monuments and remarkable scenery
surrounding are the main attractions. You are ought not to be missed Wat
Sisaket, Haw Pra Keo, and That Luang Stupa.
Pakse
Converging of Mekong and Sedone River
is the city of Pakse , the gateway to the southern part of Laos and to the
formal royal palace capital of Champasack, to the ruins of pre-Angkorian
Wat Phou Temple and Luang Prabang which is recently named as World
Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Kong Island
Traveling to the southern of Laos to the border of Cambodia
is Kong Island which decorated by the biggest waterfall in Southeast Asia
, Khoneprapheng Waterfall. Between November and May, rare seen fresh water
or Mekong dolphin can be obsersved. Road or boat is accessible to this
peaceful island.
Saravan/Sekong/Attapeu
Sources of beautiful waterfall and traditional tribal
villages are known as Saravan. It situates on the bank of the Sexet River
and lied on the fertile Bolovens Plateau of coffee and tea plantations.
Elephant back riding to explore minority villages is another experience
that you should not missed. Home of many Alak, Katang, Kaleum, Katou,
Suay, Nge and Nyaheung tribes are Sekong and Attapeu.
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