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About Laos
Laos is a Southeast Asian country traversed by the Mekong River and known for mountainous terrain, French colonial architecture, hill tribe settlements and Buddhist monasteries. Vientiane, the capital, is the site of the That Luang monument, where a reliquary reportedly houses the Buddha’s breastbone, plus the Patuxai war memorial and Talat Sao (Morning Market), a complex jammed with food, clothes and craft stalls.
- Capital: Vientiane
- Currency: Lao kip
- Population: 6.858 million (2017) World Bank
- Recognised languages: French
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Pha That Luang
Pha That Luang is a gold-covered large Buddhist stupa in the centre of the city of Vientiane, Laos. Since its initial establishment, suggested to be in the 3rd century, the stupa has undergone several reconstructions as ...
Patuxai Victory Gate
Patuxai is a war monument in the centre of Vientiane, Laos, built between 1957 and 1968. The Patuxai was dedicated to those who fought in the struggle for independence from France. In romanising the name from the ...
Wat Si Saket
Wat Si Saket is a Buddhist wat in Vientiane, Laos. It is situated on Lan Xang Road, on the corner with Setthathirat Road, to the northwest of Haw Phra Kaew, which formerly held the Emerald Buddha. Wat Si Saket is a ...
Buddha Park Vientiane
Buddha Park, also known as Xieng Khuan, is a sculpture park located 25 km southeast from Vientiane, Laos in a meadow by the Mekong River. Although it is not a temple, the park may be referred to as Wat Xieng Khuan, ...
Haw Phra Kaew Museum
Haw Phra Kaew, also written as Ho Prakeo, Hor Pha Keo and other similar spellings, is a former temple in Vientiane, Laos. It is situated on Setthathirath Road, to the southeast of Wat Si Saket. It was first built in ...
Wat Si Muang
Wat Si Muang is a Khmer temple with a fascinating legend that still holds great significance among the Laotian community. The gold structure was built in 1563, during the reign of King Setthathirat. Wat Si Muang or ...
Presidential Palace Vientiane
The Presidential Palace is the official residence of the President of Laos, who, by convention, also holds the position of General Secretary of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party. It is located on the banks of the ...
Wat Xieng Thong
Wat Xieng Thong is a Buddhist temple on the northern tip of the peninsula of Luang Phrabang, Laos. Wat Xieng Thong is one of the most important of Lao monasteries and remains a significant monument to the spirit of ...
Royal Palace, Luang Prabang
The Royal Palace in Luang Prabang, Laos, was built in 1904 during the French colonial era for King Sisavang Vong and his family. The site for the palace was chosen so that official visitors to Luang Prabang could ...
Mount Phousi Hill & Temple
Mount Phou Si, also written Mount Phu Si, is a 100 m high hill in the centre of the old town of Luang Prabang in Laos. It lies in the heart of the old town peninsula and is bordered on one side by the Mekong River and ...
Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham
Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham often simply Wat Mai or Wat May is a Buddhist temple or wat in Luang Prabang, Laos. It is the largest and most richly decorated of the temples in Luang Prabang. Built in the 18th century, it is ...
Phra Bang (Haw Pha Bang)
The Phra Bang," Lao is the palladium of Laos. The Lao-language name for the image has been transliterated in a number of ways, including "Pra Bang," "Prabang," "Phabang" and "Pha Bang." The statue is an 83 cm-high ...
Wat Manorom
Wat Manorom is a major Buddhist temple and monastery in Luang Prabang, Laos. There are several theories as to the date of its founding; it may have been founded in 1372 or 1375 by Samsenthai, but it may also date from ...
Luang Prabang Morning Market
The Luang Prabang morning market is a wonderful place to find interesting and authentic food. Among the mountains of fresh locally grown vegetables, there are also an abundance of snacks for breakfast. In this article I ...
Wat Wisunarat (Wat Visoun)
Wat Wisunarat dates back to 1513 and named after King Wisunarat (Visoun), who ruled Laos from 1501 until 1520. It’s the oldest Buddhist temple in Luang Prabang and served as the city’s Museum of Religious Arts. You ...
Vientiane Night Market
The Vientiane Night Market takes place along the Mekong Riverfront, where you can see rows of red-roofed stalls selling handicrafts, clothes, and electronics. There’s also a children’s playground, a Chinese shrine, ...
Lao Textile Museum
Traditional building with silk samples & weaving demonstrations, plus a shop for handcrafted goods. The Lao Textile Museum is an exquisite private collection of antique textiles in a gorgeous, elegant traditional ...
Lao National Cultural Hall
The Lao National Cultural Hall is large government run exhibition hall which opened in March 2000. The construction of the hall was funded by a grant from the Chinese Government which explains why the flag of the ...
Plain of Jars
The Plain of Jars is a megalithic archaeological landscape in Laos. It consists of thousands of stone jars scattered around the upland valleys and the lower foothills of the central plain of the Xiangkhoang Plateau. The ...
Ocean Park Vientiane
This water park has a pirate theme and includes a good range of slides, tubes, lazy river riding and more. A good option for families on a hot day. The Ocean Park at ITECC Vientiane is currently regarded as the largest ...
Most Popular Hotels in Laos
Houngvilai Hotel
Boasting a garden, terrace and views of city, Houngvilai Hotel is situated in Luang Prabang, 400 m from Night Market. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning ...
Nakhone Champa Hotel
Situated in Pakse, within 200 m of Champasak Stadium and 300 m of Champasak Historical Heritage Museum, Nakhone Champa Hotel features accommodation with a terrace and as well as free private parking for guests who ...
Lisha Grand Hotel
Set in Vang Vieng, 800 m from Post Office, Lisha Grand Hotel offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a garden and barbecue ...
Satri House Secret Retreats
Located in Luang Prabang, the colonial-style Satri House was the previous residence of Prince Souphanouvon. The hotel offers 2 outdoor pools, free Wi-Fi and a ...
Intouch Riverside Hotel
Set in Pakse, less than 1 km from Pakse Bus station, Intouch Riverside Hotel features views of the river. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a ...
Savan Phatthana Guesthouse
Situated in Savannakhet, 10 km from Thai - Laos Friendship Bridge 2, Savan Phatthana Guesthouse features accommodation with free WiFi and free private ...
Padaeng Mountain View Resort
Set in Vang Vieng, 200 m from Post Office, Padaeng Mountain View Resort offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are room ...
The Belle Rive Boutique Hotel
Located along Mekong River, The Belle Rive features comfortable rooms with air conditioning and free minibar. It boasts a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi, which is available in all ...
Nice Guesthouse
Nice Guesthouse is a 1-star property situated in Muang Phônsavan. This 1-star guest house offers luggage storage space and free WiFi. The accommodation features a tour desk, ticket service and currency exchange for ...
Riverside Boutique Resort, Vang Vieng
Located on the banks of the Nam Song River, Riverside Boutique Resort, Vang Vieng features elegant French colonial architecture and a stylish ethnic decor. Guests can relax by the pool or enjoy a fresh cup of coffee ...
Athena Hotel
Athena Hotel provides comfortable rooms and an outdoor pool, a 10-minute walk from the centre of Pakse. It also has free Wi-Fi, which is available throughout the ...
Ang Thong Hotel
A beautiful outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi are available at Angthong Hotel, a 4-star property in Luang Prabang City. Relaxing massage treatments and bicycle are provided. Its restaurant serves Asian, Lao-Thai and European ...
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