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Visit Laos

  • Lao monks

    The Baci ceremony in Laos is an important blessing in Buddhist culture and is used to celebrate any landmark event. A traditional ceremony hosted by a Lao monk will make your trip even more memorable.

    Lao monks

  • Local food & drink

    From tasting Laos`s national fiery dish of laap to tasting a fine Lao coffee on the Bolaven`s Plateau or even accepting an invite to drink the potent Lao Lao, a strange rice wine blend that will knock your socks off!

    Local food & drink

  • Night markets

    Test your bartering skills at Luang Prabang's daily market, a fantastic place to pick up some great authentic Asian souvenirs.

    Night markets

  • Sunset over the Mekong

    There are few things in Southeast Asia that can beat a beer Lao as the sunsets over the Mekong - from the riverbanks in Luang Prabang to the 4000 islands, watching the world go by at sunset is a must.

    Sunset over the Mekong

  • The North

    The northern part of Laos is a remote region that sees few tourists. Heading north from the Thai border towards China, the town of Luang Nam Tha is the gateway to the Nam Ha National Park, with countless opportunities to explore on foot, by kayak and on mountain bikes. A little further south you will stumble upon the picturesque area of Muang La and the dramatic valley of Nong Khiaw before arriving by road or boat at the cultural centre of Luang Prabang.

    The North

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Visit The Plain of Jars, Laos

More than three hundred enormous stone jars, their origins long forgotten and their original use and significance still unclear. You can fly here from Vientiane or take a longer journey by road.

Plain of Jars, Phonsavan, Laos
Local village, Phonsavan, LaosPlain of JarsChillis and Kaffir Lime Leaves; Phonsavan Market, LaosPlain of Jars, Phonsavan

The Plain of Jars

Laos

More than three hundred enormous stone jars, their origins long forgotten and their original use and significance still unclear.

Legend behind the jars

They lie scattered on a high grassy plain near to the town of Phonsovan. Legend says these vast containers, weighing up to six tonnes, were left over from a victory party after a sixth-century war, but the truth is no-one knows who made the jars or how they got here: an enigma that grows steadily more eerie as the sun begins to set.

You can fly here from Vientiane or take the longer road journey through hill tribe villages and rural scenery although this is not a journey for the faint-hearted.

Further reading:
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