Places of Interest in Laos
Often overlooked, those who do spend time in Laos are rewarded with authentic and unforgettable experiences. Rising at dawn to see an orange ribbon of monks receive alms in a centuries-old tradition… Watching elephants come to play by the Mekong… Splashing around in an untouched turquoise waterfall... Purchasing a bunch of mangosteens at a local market... If these simple treasures appeal to you, you will love Laos.

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Hin Boun

Located in southern Laos, just over the border from Thailand, the Hin Boun National Park – also known as Khammouane...
View hereLuang Prabang

This enchanting former royal capital lies within a particularly scenic spot: a verdant valley shaped by lush, green mountains on...
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With only a few hundred inhabitants, the small northern Lao village of Muang La is located well off the tourist...
View hereNong Khiaw

Surrounded by limestone peaks and mountains, Nong Khiaw is beautifully located in the north of Laos. This delightful village lies...
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Pakbeng is a tranquil village along the Mekong, lying halfway between the Thai and Lao border crossing at Huay Xai...
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Pakse is the transport hub of the south and a gateway for exploring the southern Lao Mekong. It is the...
View herePhonsavan (Plain of Jars)

Located in the eastern province of Xieng Khouang, Phonsavan is mostly known for being home to the mysterious ‘Plain of...
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Also known as ‘Four Thousand Islands’, Si Phan Don is a beautiful yet often overlooked region where the mighty Mekong...
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The charming village of Tad Lo, located in southern Laos on the Bolevan Plateau, is a charming rural setting for...
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Thakhek is the principle town of Khammouane province in central Laos, southeast of the capital Vientiane. Formerly known as Sri...
View hereVang Vieng

Once a simple bus stop town en route from Vientiane to Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng has exploded in popularity since...
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Hugging a bend in the Mekong, Vientiane has been Laos' capital since 1560 when King Setthathilat moved here from Luang...
View hereXe Pian National Park

Located about 30 kilometres south of Pakse, Xe Pian National Biodiversity Conservation Area stretches east from the wide Mekong plain...
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