Laos is a beautiful mountainous country. Once known as the Land of Million Elephants, Laos boasts a myriad of distinct flora and fauna, unspoilt greenery, fascinating cultures and rich history. Whether you choose to visit the cultural highlights in Vientiane, hunt for great bargains while wandering in the streets of Luang Prabang or discover the roads less travelled in other parts of Laos - your journey to Laos will truly be a blast from the past.

Vientiane, the capital is located on a curve of the Mekong River, bordering Thailand. With tree-lined boulevards, temples and some examples of old colonial architecture, it still possesses a relaxed, timeless atmosphere. The places not to be missed in Vientiane are That Luang Stupa which is the most important monument of Laos, Patuxai or Vertical Runway, the arch structure that contains bitter history of the wartimes in Laos and Buddha Park, located 25 km away from the center.

The other major attraction in Vientiane province is Vang Vieng, an area with breathtaking limestone scenery which is rapidly becoming Laos’s premier destination for eco tourism.

Luang Prabang is a charming city with dozens of temples and religious sites. Colonial style buildings are constructed along the riverbank of Mekong River, which merges with
it's tributary, the Nam Khan River in the middle of the city. Surrounded by mountains, with Mount Phou Si in the center, Luang Prabang has magnificent scenery of the temples and hills to offer. The places you cannot miss in Luang Prabang are National Museum, Mount Phou Si, Wat Xieng Thong and boat trip to Tham Pak Ou Cave.

Map of Laos