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Reasons To
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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Excursions in Laos: Buddha Park Excursion

After a short drive south of Vientiane’s city limits you reach the bizarre Buddha park; a collection of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures, on the banks of the Mekong River.

Buddha Park, Vientiane, Laos
Buddha Park, Vientiane, Laos

Buddha Park Excursion

Vientiane, Laos
  • Culture & History

After a short drive south of Vientiane’s city limits you reach the bizarre Buddha park on the banks of the Mekong River. A collection of Buddhist (and Hindu) sculptures, Xieng Khuan, as it is known locally, was actually built as recently as 1958 by a young yogi-priest who developed a large following in Laos and north-east Thailand.

The concrete sculptures are of all scales and to some resemble an adventure playground.

One large pumpkin shaped monument can be climbed via a spiral stairway for views across the surrounding gigantic sculptures.

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