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Laos
Relatively undeveloped, this deeply forested and
mountainous country is completely landlocked and
offers those seeking either peace and connection or
adventure, a new world to discover.
Despite a somewhat turbulent past, Laos is a
wonderful country to visit with some of the friendliest
people in Southeast Asia. Laos has a natural beauty
combined with a mix of the original Buddhist culture
and French influences. The sleepy capital city of
Vientiane provides a great introduction to the charms
of the country.
Enveloped in an atmosphere of peace and solitude,
Luang Prabang is the country’s primary claim to fame.
Step back in time as you wander the dusty streets
with echoes in the air of monks chanting.
With a dreamlike landscape of notable limestone
karsts, Vang Vieng is bisected by the Nam Song
River; Xieng Khouang is home to the ‘Plain of Jars’,
attracting numerous crowds to the prehistoric stone
megaliths whilst Pakse opens up Southern Laos.
Laos runs on a languid pace - slow right down if you
wish to explore here.
Phongsali
Ban Houaykay
Pakbeng
Luang Prabang
Xieng Khuang
Vang Veng
Vientiane
LAOS
Thakhek
Savannakhet
Saravan
Champasak