Located on the banks of the Mekong River and sharing the border with Thailand, Vientiane that became the capital of Laos in 1563 due to fears of a Burmese invasion, is nowadays the capital city as well as the largest city of Laos. Because of the economic growth in recent times, Vientiane which was the administrative capital during the French rule is now regarded as the economic center of Laos. Tours Indochina Laos
Patuxai gate – source: en.wikipedia.org
In spite of being the largest city in Laos and being regarded as the hub of commerce and administration, Vientiane which delivers a relaxing riverside break is still a refreshingly laid back place where one of the most interesting things you can do is grab a drink and admire the spectacular sceneries of the Mekong when the sun goes down.
Offering a wide variety of comfortable accommodation, luxury restaurants together with lively pavement cafes some featuring the French atmosphere with their style of architecture which completely contrasts to the ancient Buddhist temples dotted around, Vientiane is an ideal city where you can enjoy both Lao tradition and French architecture. After dark, there are plenty of things appealing tourists such as bars catering to all demands of from backpacker beer haunts to elegant cocktail lounges. Because of its size and sightseeing which can be done either on foot, by bike or by hiring a song-teow, it is relatively simple to navigate Vientiane. The countryside is within your reach, with rice paddies offering a stunning backdrop to most streets. Laos travel packages
Pha that luang – source: dulichtet.com
On your trip exploring the charming beauty of Laos, make yourself like a Lao by slowing the pace right down. A popular joke is that acronym PDF (Peoples Democratic Republic) actually represents for ‘Please Slow Down’. A word of warning to the anally punctual, the country is undoubtedly laid back and many visitors may mistake this for a lack of ambition or disrespectfulness but regardless, it is not wise to expect things to run like clockwork.
Pha that temple – source: vietjetair-hanoi.com
This amazing friendly capital, Vientiane crowded with collapsed French mansions, beautiful flower blooming streets and cozy noodle stalls, is a interfering place between a big town and a tiny city; exactly a place you can see a Graham Greene protagonist. Thanks to comfortably compact travelers’ enclave standing around the Nam Phu, the Mekong riverside and Setthariat and Samsenthai streets, the city is definitely suitable for visitors. From Buddha Park to the Morning market, this city offers you full things to see coming with a great opportunity to enjoy a rich selection of international cuisine – most pointedly French. Although revealing its beauty less readily than Luang Prabang, this beautiful capital city is still attracting tourists to spend a few days visiting its spectacular sights, sampling its excellent food and enjoying a Beer Lao while admiring the sunset scenery by the river.
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