Visit Laos to discover a relaxed
country with traditional
values. Buddhism is still a
part of everyday life here as
evidenced by the numerous
temples and active monks.
It is also a land of beauty
with verdant hills, sparkling
waterfalls, and the
meandering Mekong River
which runs the entire length
of the country.
Vientiane
Vientiane is the capital city of Laos with
much of historical importance. Pha That
Luang is a large stupa with a golden spire
and Wat Si Saket is an important Buddhist
Temple built 200 years ago. The more recent
Patuxai Victory Monument celebrates
independence from the French.
Plain of Jars
One of the strangest places in Southeast
Asia is the Plain of Jars. Scattered around
the plateau near to Phonsavan are
numerous sites where large stone jars
between one and three metres in height
have been mysteriously located. The
purpose of the jars is not known for sure
but they may have been part of ancient
burial practices. The Plain of Jars can be
accessed by a short flight from Luang
Prabang or Vientiane. We recommend
a two night stay.
Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang is our personal highlight of
Laos. Situated on the banks of the Mekong
River this relaxed town has countless
temples and is thronging with monks
wearing saffron and orange robes. Celebrate
tradition as you join in the dawn alms ritual.
There is also much to experience outside of
the town. A cruise along the Mekong will
take you to Pak Ou Caves where there are
hundreds of miniature Buddhist statues. Visit
the beautiful Kuang Si Falls where the water
cascades down the forested hillside and
tumbles through turquoise pools. And see
the traditional way of life as you explore the
H’Mong village of Ban Na Ouane.
Four Thousand Islands
Four Thousand Islands (Si Phan Don) is an
area of the Mekong River in southern Laos.
Stay on the largest island, Don Khong, and
explore the river by boat. Discover more of
this undeveloped part of the country as you
walk through the local villages on the way to
the Liphi Waterfalls.
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