Laos Province Guides
Vientiane In 1563, King Setthathirat made Vientiane the capital of the kingdom of Lane Xang . The two most important Wats of Vientiane, Wat That Luang and Wat Phra Keo date back to that time. In 1827 Vientiane had been conquered and sacked by a Siamese army. For decades the town lay in ruins, until the French, at the beginning of their colonial reign rebuilt it...







Laos is the country where travelers can really escape from the stress of the modern world and get into the tranquility of the world dominated by Buddhism. One of the highlights of Laos is Luang Prabang nestled in the northern mountains. The ancient city is recognized as one of only a few World Heritage sites by UNESCO. No traffic jams, monks seeking their morning alms, ancient temples...
