This section covers an extensive informations on the main attractions in various parts of Laos from the central region to the remote areas. It is located on a curve of the Mekong River sharing the border with Thailand. Vientiane is interesting and attractive with its old town along the Mekong River, ancient temples and tree linear boulevards that used to be a fortified wall against foreign invasions. Vientiane is sophisticated with galleries, theatres, nightclubs, shopping that's so good, it is a major attraction of visitors from all over the world. Vientiane is a small city but offers its visitors a great variety of restaurant with cuisine ranging from genuine Lao specialties to Chinese, Vietnamese, Indian, Thai and European specialties.
Energetic visitors can climb to the top of the monument and enjoy a Panoramic view of the city.
That Luang was constructed to gather Lao people all over the country and became the cultural center since 1566. That Luang Festival is organized yearly on the full moon of November and it is celebrated for 7 days and nights with traditional performances. This shopping market has become a lively commercial center where a variety of goods is exhibited such as garments, souvenirs, jewelry, electronic equipment and products from over the world. Relax at riverside, bars and restaurant and enjoy the view of khua Mittaphab, The Friendship Bridge. Buddha Park is a religious sculpture park located by the Mekong River 24 km.