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Vientiane [a] is the capital and largest city of Laos. Comprising the five urban districts of Vientiane Prefecture, the city is located on the banks of the Mekong, right at the border with Thailand. Vientiane was the administrative capital during French rule and, due to economic growth in recent times, is now the economic center of Laos.
Vientiane, largest city and the capital of Laos, situated on a plain just northeast of the Mekong River. The city’s central river port location in a country relying heavily on rivers for transportation and its surrounding hinterland of intensive rice cultivation have made Vientiane the major.
Visit Xieng Khuan. Explore the National Ethnic Cultural Park. Go on a cycling tour. Join in a cooking class. Take a stroll along the beautiful Mekong waterfront at dusk. Try local food & drinks. Wander at Vientiane Night Market. Go for a massage and herbal sauna. Attend the unique Alms – giving ceremony (Tak Bat)
Located on the banks of the Mekong River, Vientiane is a city steeped in legend and history. The city is the home of the massive gilded stupa, Pha That Luang, a national symbol of Laos. The streets are lined with trees, French colonial buildings, street markets, Buddhist temples, and noodle shops.
Vientiane. Located 25km southeast of central Vientiane, eccentric Xieng Khuan, aka Buddha Park, thrills with other-worldly Buddhist and Hindu sculptures, and was…
Discover the charm of Vientiane with 10 Best Things to do: admire the golden temples, stroll along the Mekong River, indulge in delicious street food, and more.
A comprehensive budget travel guide to Vientiane with tips on things to do, costs, ways to save, accommodation, and more.
Looking for awesome things to do in Vientiane, Laos' sleepy capital? From wandering cultural museums to temple-hopping, munching on crisp local food this guide has you well and truly sorted.
Vientiane is the largest city of Laos, a landlocked country of South East Asia. Just like its entire country, this capital is at a pretty quiet and slow pace when compared to another bustling metropolis in the region.
From the towering golden spires of its Buddhist temples to the informative displays at the COPE Visitor Centre and the bustling stalls at the colourful Night Market, Vientiane is a city that promises a memorable travel experience.