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Holidays Laos - Travel information Laos, a landlocked country in southeast Asia
Provinces in Laos [ khoueng ]: Attapu, Bokeo, Bolikhamxai, Champasak, Houaphan, Khammouan, Louangnamtha, Louangphabang, Oudomxai, Phongsali, Salavan, Savannakhet, Viangchan, Xaignabouli, Xekong and Xiangkhoang
Municipality [ kampheng nakhon ]: Viangchan
Special zone [ hetphiset ]: Xaisomboun
Laos is bordered by Myanmar [ Burma ] and China to the northwest, Vietnam to the east, Cambodia to the south, and Thailand to the west.
Capital City of Laos: Vientiane
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Car Rentals Laos
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Hotels in Laos / Hostels
Centrally located hotels ranging from small family run budget accommodation to world-class five star hotels.
Travel Agents / Tour Operators
Rickshawtravel.co.uk - Build Your Own Laos Trip
Waterfalls and rainforests of the Boloven plateau. Dolphins of Lovina and islands of the Mekong. Trek the Namtha mountain trail. Build your own Laos adventure.
Kuoni Holidays - Type of holidays : Cruises, Escorted Tours, Family holidays & Spa
Poetically known as the Land of a Million Elephants and probably one of the most enchanting countries in
South East Asia. Laos is eye wateringly beautiful and offers visitors a rich embroidery of traditional culture
and wondrous scenery. If your desire is to tread a path that is less travelled then this charming country is
certainly for you. You will find genuinely warm and friendly people, fabulous sightseeing, and outstanding local cuisine.
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Tropical Locations - specialist travel organiser
Voyages Jules Verne - Great Journeys for the discerning traveller
Worlds Apart Travel
'After Thailand, Laos is something of a timewarp where you can find ancient jungle temples, remote tribal
villages and archaeological oddities. Famed as the Land of Smiles there's a warm welcome for those who visit the Buddhist backwater of Indochina.'
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Vieng Champa Tour - Tours in Laos - local Tour Operator in Vientiane
Travel Guides Laos / Related books
Laos (Lonely Planet Regional Guides S.) - Andrew Burke, Joe Cummings
Paperback 320 pages (January 2005); Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications; Language: English; ISBN: 1741040868
The Rough Guide to Laos - Jeff Cranmer, Steven Martin
This guide features detailed coverage of the sights of Laos from the Buddhist temples of Louang Phabang to
the French colonial architecture of Vientiane and the mysterious Khmer ruins at Wat Phou. There are detailed
listings of the best places to eat and stay, as well as incisive articles on the history of Laos, its religion, arts,
peoples and environment. The authors also provide advice on a wealth of activities, including trekking in
Louang Namtha, cycling in Muang Sing, kayaking on the Nam Ha River and exploring the caves at Vang Viang.
Paperback 416 pages (November 7, 2002); Publisher: Rough Guides; Language: English; ISBN: 185828905X.
Luang Prabang (Laos)
Francis Engelmann, Thomas Renaut (Photographer)
Set on top of a hill, bordered by the Mekong River and one of its tributaries, Luang Prabang has succeeded in
preserving the traditions of Laos whilst turning the forces of nature into its natural protection. This volume seeks to capture the essence of the city in photographs and descriptions.
Hardcover 88 pages (June 1, 1998); Publisher: ASA Editions; Language: English; ISBN: 2911589157.
Transportation / How do I travel to Laos
Most people coming to Laos will come via Bangkok, the nearest International hub.
Vientiane Airport - Wattay Airport / Vattay Airport
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Airline Tickets / Bargain Flights
Flights Laos / Price comparison possible
Buses travel between all major towns and cities - the type of bus may vary between a converted pickup
truck, a flat bed truck with benches or a more modern traditional bus, Fares are always reasonable - but
times of departure and travelling times will vary a lot. Be patient, and allow plenty of time when travelling by bus.
Ferry boats run from Vientiane to Luang Prabang v.v. as well as from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai and back.
Journeys can take several days, depending on the time of year - and whether travelling up or down river.
This kind of travel is for the experienced only! Whilst cramped, hot and lengthy - it is one of the most interesting ways of touching the Lao lifestyle.
Lao River Exploration Services Co., Ltd, Vientiane, Tel/Fax: +856 71 252596
Road access is possible from neighboring countries. Between Thailand and Laos the border can be crossed
at Houeixay in Bokeo province, at Mittaphab Friendship Bridge near Vientiane and at Dan Savannakhet
Province. China can be reached by road at Boten in Luang Namtha Province. Border Crossing between Laos
and Vietnam have been set up at Laksao on the road No.8.Borikhamsay Province and at Dan Savannakhet Province no the road No. 9
Maps Laos [ Uni Texas - Perry-Castaņeda Library - Map Collection ]
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Mekong Center = LNTA = Lao National Tourism Authority
Vientiane - Capital City of Laos - hub for all travel in the country
Vientiane is located on the bank of the Mekong river which forms the lifeline of the country. The city is full of
surprises. The city's exotic Eurasian setting fascinates most travelers. Here you can find fields of rice and
vegetables, agriculture hidden behind tree lined avenues. French Colonial architecture sits next to gilded temples. Freshly baked French bread is served next to shops selling noodle soup.
Attapu
The most southeastern tip province of Laos; sharing borders with Sekong in the north, Champassack in the
west,Vietnam in the East and Cambodia in the South. The province has a total population of around 87,700;
consists of five districts: Saysettha, Sanamxay and Phouvong. The town is built in a large valley surrounded
by mountains and also in the loop of the river, opposite the confluence of the Sekong and Sekhamane Rivers. Where the join an island is formed by a small arm of water connecting them upstream.
Bokeo - bordering Thailand
BokeoLocated along the three-border intersection of Laos, Myanmar and Thailand, form part of the Golden Triangle. From Thailand the border can be crossed at Houeixay
Bolikhamxai - bordering Vietnam
Is located in tse central Laos in the narrow "neck" with moderately high mountains sloping southwest into the
Mekong River valley. Vientiane and Xieng Khouang provinces lie to the north, Khammouane province to the south. Laksao [ border town ]
Champasak
Champassack, lies to the southwestern Laos, the capital of Champassack is Pakse, which located at the
confluence of the Mekong and the Sedon rivers. Southeast Asia's biggest waterfalls, Khone Pha Pheng, are within easy reach by boat or by road.
Houaphan
Huaphanh province, a mysterious, beautiful and abundant land, is situated in the North East of Laos, bordered
by Xieng Khuang and Luangprabang to the west and Vietnam to the east.It was the best of the Lao people's
Revolutionary activities and especially the historic interest as the geographical heart of the liberation struggle.
The province has a total population of around 247,300; consisting of many ethnic groups, each with their own
life styles, costumes, folkways in wedding and other ceremonies, festivals, folkdances and songs, differing
from each other.Huaphanh has six districts: Viengxay, Xamnuea, Xamtai, Viengthong and Huamuang. The
principle town is Viengxay the former name know as Nakai, according to the former time this area had many of birds, reptiles, wild animals.
Khammouan
Khammouane is situated in the central part of Lao PDR with an area of moderately high mountains sloping
down to the Mekong valley. Fertile land here is well suited to plantations of rice, cabbage, sugar cane, bananas etc.
Louangnamtha
Luang Namtha is a northern province bordering on China and Myanmar and its selection is based upon a
series of environment, social, cultural, historical and development factors, which make the site an excellent
location to, evaluated the potential for sustainable cultural and ecotourism in and around a protected area. The forests are dense, and cover near 99% of the protected area.
Louangphabang
Luang Prabang is situated at the confluence of the Khan and Mekong rivers. It is the ancient capital city of the
Lane Xang Kingdom. According to legend, its first later it was known as Xieng Thong. In recognition of the
city's vast array of Lao monuments and its historic and culturally significant setting, UNESCO declared Luang Prabang as a World Heritage Site in 1995.
Oudomxai
This mountainous northern province is wedged between Luang Prabang in the east, Phongsaly in the northeast, Sayabouri in the south and china sharing small northern borders.
Phongsali
Phongsaly is situated in the most northern tip of Laos, enclosed three sides by China and Vietnam and cut off
to overland travel from Oudomsay to the south. It consists of six districts: Phongsaly, Muangmai, Muangkhua, Samphan, Sombounxay and Yot Ou.
Saravane
Saravane province, a southeastern province situated on the Bolavens Plateau is devoted to agriculture and
nature offering idyllic scenery. A prehistoric site exists not far from the cascades where a wonderful scene can be seen.
Savannakhet - bordering Vietnam
Dan [ border town ]
Viangchan ??
Vientiane province, most people in are farmers. Agricultural is the major income of the province. Located 90
km north of Vientiane municipality is the Nam Ngum reservoir, a huge artificial lake created as part of a
hydroelectric scheme. The lake is dotted with hundreds of picturesque islands, which can be explored by cruising around in small boats. Vientiane province offers impressive scenery.
Xaignabouli ??
Sayabouri is situated in the north west of Lao; sharing borders with Vientiane and Luang Prabang in the east
and Thailand in the West.Sayabouri is the most attractive destinations with sights and charms peculiar to itself
and picturesque North-west region.There are many beautiful things to see in Sayabouri. The principal town in
commonly called Muang Sayabouri, where many impressive temples such as Wat Ban Thin, Wat Ban Phapoun and Wat Ban Natonoy are located
Xekong
Sekong is situated in the heart of the southeastern part of Laos; has common borders with Saravane to the
west, Champassack and Attapeu to the south and Vietnam to the east.
Xiangkhoang
Xieng Khouang province offers the awesome beauty of high green mountains and rugged karsts formations.
Luang Prabang - the jewel of Indochina, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
The ancient royal city is surrounded by mountains at the junction of the Mekong and its tributary, the Khan
river. In the centre of the city is Mount Phousi with stunning views of the surrounding temples and hills. Luang Prabang is a city where time seems to stand still.
Savannakhet Khanthabouly
Savannakhet Khanthabouly, the provincial capital of Savannakhet, is a busy market place for trade with
nearby Thailand. Numerous examples of French architecture tell of the town's importance during the colonial
era. Khanthebouly's main attractions are its noteworthy temples such as the beautiful Wat Saya Phoum and That Inghang.
Golden Triangle
Nam Ngum River
Mekong River
Phu Bia - Highest Mountain in Laos [ 2820 m ]
Si Pan Don - 4000 Islands
Radio - Lao National Radio
Original Launched in 1960 in the resistance zone of the North Eastern Laos, Lao National Radio (LNR) became
the national broadcast in 1975, talking over the studios of the former Royal Lao Radio Station in Vientiane.
Radio - Free TV from Laos - LyngSat
University Laos - National University of Laos
Cuisine - Laotian Cooking
Cuisine of Laos
Taste of Laos: Lao/Thai Recipes from Dara Restaurant
Paperback: 135 pages; Snow Lion Graphics/SLG Books (July 1, 2000); ISBN: 0943389321; by Daovone Xayavong, John Bear, Roger Williams
Lao Food [ SavannaNet ]
History of Laos
Independence: 19 July 1949 (from France)
Laos' early history was dominated by the wider Nanzhao kingdom, which was succeded in the 14th century
by the local kingdom of Lan Xang that lasted until its decline in the 18th century.
History of Laos - Wikipedia
Music, Art & Culture, Language & Entertainment
Lao (Lonely Planet Phrasebook S.) - Joe Cummings
Learn the useful phrases for getting around and the different types of local transport. Discover phrases to
use when haggling and shopping at the market, and learn the do's and don'ts of temple etiquette as well as social terms of address. With Lao script and transliteration throughout.
Paperback 224 pages (February 1, 2002); Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications; Language: English; ISBN: 1740591682.
Laotian music is dominated by its national instrument, the khaen (a type of bamboo pipe).
Lao Midi [ SavannaNet ]
Music of Laos
SEA Site Laos - Lao Language and Culture Learning Resources
Center for Southeast Asian Studies Northern Illinois University
Web Portals / Search Engines / Laos Directories
Visit Laos
Laos hotels and tours, south east Asia and indochina travel and tourism
Laos Travel Net
Laos.co.uk - the people, the country, the religion, the history
Laos places, Laos travel, Laos life, Laos wildlife, Laos links, On The Road
Laos News.net - News, Finance, S port, Weather
Lao City - Lao Community Web Sites
Laotel.com - Telecom - Telephone service - mobile phone service
Laopdr.com - Laos' Portal site for Lao websites
Lao Connection
Mungalao
Savannanet.com
Elephant Guide - Indochina & Mekong Regional Travel Guide
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