Laos, the country of elephants, has the cultural exchange between the two mightiest and most powerful civilization: Indian and Chinese culture. And Laotians received these traditions and customs to form their own unique culture. Therefore, this country has become one of the most attractive destinations of the world. Indochina travel Laos

Tourists can visit Laos in any times in year, so if you travel Laos in Dry season, you will still have many interesting experiences in this nation.

Night in Vientiane capital in dry season –source: http://thuonghieudulich.com

Laos has two dry season. They are hot-dry season and cold-dry one. The cold-dry one lasts from November to February, the temperature falls very low. In contrast, the hot-dry season lasts from March to April, the temperature can reach approximately 40 degree Celsius.

Therefore, when traveling Laos in dry season, you need to bring along some gauze masks, sunglasses, sun blocks, insect-treating creams and so on to ensure for your health.

The followings are some destinations for tourists to choose when travelling Laos in dry season.

In cold-dry season, almost visitors tend to visit the historical and religious destinations. Let’s come to two interesting suggestions below:

That Luang Pagoda in Laos

Mentioning to Laos means mentioning to That Luang Pagoda because this well-known pagoda is the symbol of Laos. It is printed in the Laotian money and national emblem. That Luang Pagoda was established in 1566 in the shape of wine bottle and enveloped by golden thin layer. According to the legend, there are many treasures and a piece of hair of Buddha inside. The architecture of this pagoda is very unique with Laotian cultural styles.

That Luang Pagoda, which you shouldn’t miss when travelling Laos in dry season–source:
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Wat Phra Kaew Pagoda

Wat Phra Kaew Pagoda, the second famous and important pagoda in Laos, only follows That Luang Pagoda, was built in 1565 by King Sai Setthathirath. In 1828, this pagoda was destroyed by war but it was rebuilt from 1936 to 1942. Nowadays, Wat Phra Kaew Pagoda is a large museum containing many priceless religious artworks. Being decorated and sculptured minutely, this pagoda has attracted many visitors day by day.

Wat Phra Kaew Pagoda seen from outside –source:http://vietnamtourist.org.vn

In hot-dry season, tourists often tend to travel to the cool destinations. You can consult two places of interest below:

Kuang Si Waterfall

Kuang Si Waterfall is about 37 kilometers from the center of Luang Prabang. Being a complex consisting of 3 small waterfalls, Kuang Si Waterfall is one of the most attractive places of interest in Laos with the natural beautiful lakes.

The highlight of Kuang Si is that water from big waterfall dumping makes many small steps like terraces uniquely. Every year, water from upstream running down brings a great number of seaweeds. This is the reason why the lakes are dyed by sexy green jade color.

A small scenery of Kuang Si Waterfall is like the terraces –source: http://en.baolau.vn

Coming to Kuang Si Waterfall, tourists can not only visit mountains delightfully but also climb and take a shower in the waterfall. Besides, while enjoying clean and fresh air, tourists can hear birdsongs like nice melodies. Tours in Laos

Tham Khoun Ex Cave

Tham Khoun Ex Cave is one of the best choices for tourists who love explorative activities. It was discovered by a group of French explorers in 1905. This is one of the biggest caves of the world with 120 meter in height and 200 meters in width.

Tham Khoun Ex Cave, which you can explore when travelling Laos in dry season –source: http://abcnews.go.com/

Especially, there is a verdurous forest inside. The green color contrasting with white and orange colors makes unique color arrays.

Travelling Laos in dry season will certainly be a good chance for tourists to understand more about this beautiful country. Therefore, what else are you waiting for?

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