South East Asia Destination Guide

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South East Asia : Laos

Laos If you're looking for a hassle-free tourist destination, experience Laos in all its majestic beauty. Natural in almost every aspect, Laos is one of Southeast Asia's least developed nations offering the adventurous tourist a land of many surprises. Laos, also known as the Land of a Million Elephants, is a culturally rich, land-locked country with a population of about 4 million. The Laotians are predominantly Buddhist and are very friendly and hospitable people. The official language is Lao. French and English are also widely spoken. The capital city, Vientiane, skirts the Mekong River, which forms the border between Laos and

Luang Namtha: Laos

Luang Namtha: Laos Luang Namtha province is located in the northwest of Laos, bordered by Myanmar in the northwest, China to the north, Oudomsay province to the southeast, and Bokeo province to the southwest. The town itself is a planned town. The streets are too wide and each block is too big. The main street coming from Muang Xinh or Udomxai is running from N to S, 3km. many GHs or restaurants, a bank, post office, telephone office are on this road. The Mekong on the border and other rivers offer alternative mode of transport in which you can travel slow-motion

Oudomxai: Laos

Oudomxai: Laos The chief town of the province of Oudomxai, also called Muong Oudomxai, is on the road which carries out of Luang Prabang to Luang Namtha. The city was entirely destroyed by successive bombardments during the war. It is rebuilt after the war and becomes today a significant commercial crossroads between China and Vietnam. Many goods forward by this city which, at the same time, benefits from this economic development. The population is composed of lao Theung and lao Soung(60%), Chinese (25%) and of lao loum (15%). The large market of centre town constitutes a true cultural crossroads, all the

Nong khai : North East Thailand

Nong khai Nong Khai is located on the banks of the Mae Khong River and the close to the Friendship bridge that links Thailand with Laos. A small and pleasant town offering a taste of life in the North East. This is a good base from which to explore Isaan, the North-East of Thailand, and the only place at which you can cross the river into neighbouring Laos by using the so-called frienship bridge. The scenery around Nong Khai and along the Maekhong river is very beautiful and worth to check it out. Outside of Nong Khai is Wat Khaek, a

Vientiane: Laos

Vientiane: Laos Most of Vientiane's sights are spread around the town. Bicycle is the best way to get around. Rental costs about 4000+kip/day. In 1827 Vientiane had been conquered and sacked by a Siamese army. For decades the town lay in ruins, until the French, at the beginning of their colonial reign rebuilt it. However, Vientiane today does not feature French-influenced architecture to the same extent as Phnom Penh and Saigon. Instead there is a strong Thai influence. Attractions in Vientiane Wat Pha Kaew, Golden Pha Bang, Atom Struck Tile, Wat Sisaket, Presidential Palace, Anousavari Monument, That Luang, Wat Ong Teu, Wat Sokpaluang,