DAY’S PHOTOS: Visit Laos-China Year 2019

A waterfall with a difference

For Visit Laos-China Year 2019, Vientiane Times is publishing a series of feature articles and images promoting the two countries’ collaboration in tourism and hoping to inspire more people, especially from China, to experience the nature, culture, history and hospitality of Laos, the jewel of the Mekong.

Anyone with a yen to spend time at a waterfall that’s not too far from Vientiane should consider a visit to Tad Phakxoyvoy.

Rural Vientiane hides a surprising temple

The Lao capital of Vientiane offers a wealth of fascinating attractions, some of which are quite small and

Hadxaikhao waterfall: a sight not to be missed

For Visit Laos-China Year 2019, Vientiane Times is publishing a series of feature articles and images promoting the

Nam Houm Reservoir, perfect place for a weekend escape

With economic development, Vientiane is rapidly expanding, and the associated traffic congestion and

When in Vientiane, don’t forget to visit Namxuang reservoir

For Visit Laos-China Year 2019, Vientiane Times is publishing a series of feature articles and images promoting

Khammuan river resort offers rural idyll

For Visit Laos-China Year 2019, Vientiane Times is publishing a series of feature articles and images promoting the two countries’ collaboration in tourism and hoping to inspire more people, especially from China, to experience the nature, culture, history and hospitality of Laos, the jewel of the Mekong.

Vangvieng Interpark, perfect place to unwind

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Pakbaeng – one night is not enough in this picturesque town

Pakbaeng is known as a boat station town because most folks get there by river and it sits midway between

Exploring Laos is easy and fun

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Blue Lagoon III, a little known haven in Vangvieng

Vangvieng is hands down one of my favourite places to go to in all of Laos. The ethereal karst landscape provides a

Xieng Khuang: a warm winter retreat for chilly foreigners

You’re not likely to see foreign visitors in Xieng Khuang province all year round, as in other parts of Laos,

Lakeside dining in Xayaboury

If you’re heading to see the elephants in Xayaboury province, there’s something else you should add

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People, panda encounter in Chengdu full of mutual affection

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Go with the flow of the Mekong to Luang Prabang

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Bad road keeps tourists away from Meuangfeuang district

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Laos providing easy tourist access to Dien Bien Phu

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Savannakhet temple harbours ancient palm leaf treasures

For Visit Laos-China Year 2019, Vientiane Times is publishing a series of feature articles and images promoting the two countries’ collaboration in tourism and hoping to inspire more people, especially from China, to experience the nature, culture, history and hospitality of Laos, the jewel of the Mekong.

Hortai Pidok, a repository of ancient Buddhist scripts, is the country’s most important storehouse of palm leaf books written in ancient Lao, Burmese Pali, and Khmer.

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Phone Tours offer new glimpse of Luang Prabang

The town of Luang Prabang and its surrounds offer so many great things to see and do that many visitors

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Visitors to Vangvieng are welcome, their rubbish is not

For Visit Laos-China Year 2019, Vientiane Times is publishing a series of feature articles and images promoting the two countries’ collaboration in tourism and hoping to inspire more people, especially from China, to experience the nature, culture, history and hospitality of Laos, the jewel of the Mekong.

Walk south along the Xong River in Vangvieng district, Vientane province and you will be horrified by the amount of garbage discarded by people enjoying various activities on the river.

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Sa-oy Falls the place to beat the heat

For Visit Laos-China Year 2019, Vientiane Times is publishing a series of feature articles and images promoting the two countries’ collaboration in tourism and hoping to inspire more people, especially from China, to experience the nature, culture, history and hospitality of Laos, the jewel of the Mekong.

April is typically the hottest month in Laos, when the temperature is particularly high in large towns and this year is ranging from 38C to 42C every day. So what better way to seek relief than to head for a river or waterfall.

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Dansavanh, a perfect place to stay

Welcoming Visit Laos-China Year 2019, Vientiane Times is publishing a series of feature articles and images promoting the two countries’ collaboration in tourism and hoping to inspire more people, especially from China, to experience the nature, culture, history and hospitality of Laos, the jewel of the Mekong.
Dansavanh Nam Ngum Resort has earned the reputation as being a place that only the wealthy and most powerful people in Laos go to, an exclusive resort for the cashed up high rollers, beautiful people and their flashy cars. Over the years, however, the resort has gradually turned itself in to something more by adding additional amenities and

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Ways to enjoy Pi Mai Lao

Most people have made plans to celebrate Lao New Year (Pi Mai Lao) from April 14-16 when people throughout the country will visit temples, eat and drink with friends, and joyfully throw water over each other.
If you are lucky enough to be visiting Laos at this time of year but are unsure as to the best place to be, rest assured that Vientiane has many exciting activities lined up.
Of course, temples play an integral part in Pi Mai Lao and tourists are welcome to take part in the various traditional festivities held at temples around the city.

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Ang Nam Tien reveals languid lake lifestyle and elephant conservation

Xayaboury has long held the distinction as having the largest number of elephants in Laos which

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Experience one of the longest ziplines at Somphamit Waterfall Park 

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Si Phan Don or four thousand islands is a location in Laos that is well known among travellers around the world, and its attractions include Somphamit Waterfall Park, which has one of the longest and biggest waterfalls in Southeast Asia.

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China’s cultural and natural heritage sites attract numerous visitors

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Delving into Savannakhet, a land steeped in history

Welcoming Visit Laos-China Year 2019, Vientiane Times is publishing a series of feature articles and images promoting the two countries’ collaboration in tourism and hoping to inspire more people, especially from China, to experience the nature, culture, history and hospitality of Laos, the jewel of the Mekong.

Personnel from the Vientiane Times, Lao National Radio, Lao National TV and the Lao News Agency (Kaosan Pathhet Lao) enjoyed an informative tour of Savannakhet last month, learning about the province’s most interesting attractions.

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Intrepid adventurer explores Laos by motorbike 

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Tad Lo waterfall is one of Laos’ finest

Welcoming Visit Laos-China Year 2019, Vientiane Times is publishing a series of feature articles and images promoting the two countries’ collaboration in tourism and hoping to inspire more people, especially from China, to experience the nature, culture, history and hospitality of Laos, the jewel of the Mekong.

There is little wonder that Ban Saenvang, colloquially known as Tad Lo in Saravan province, is fast earning the reputation as Laos’ jewel of the south considering the majesty of its three waterfalls, the beauty of its natural landscape, and proximity to colourful ethnic groups.

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Experience river life with a Mekong Kingdoms’ cruise

For those who seek a superior cruise experience that can be as spirited, laidback or personalised as their heart and soul desire, Mekong Kingdoms recently launched its luxurious Mekong River voyages on board Gypsy, an ultra-exclusive two-cabin river cruiser, between the ancient Laos capital of Luang Prabang and Thailand’s Golden Triangle.

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Icons dating back to 15th century lure visitors to Xieng Khuang

Welcoming Visit Laos-China Year 2019, Vientiane Times is publishing a series of feature articles and images promoting the two countries’ collaboration in tourism and hoping to inspire more people, especially from China, to experience the nature, culture, history and hospitality of Laos, the jewel of the Mekong.

If you’re visiting Xieng Khuang province in northeastern Laos, be sure to visit Vat Phiavat and That Foun and That Chomphet stupas in Khoun district.
These are the main cultural icons of Khoun district and the province. Khoun district is in the southwest of Xieng Khuang province. The temple and stupas are located in Siphom village, about 30 km from the provincial capital and Paek district.

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The village boy who became a community leader

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Revered Buddhist temple draws devotees to Oudomxay

Welcoming Visit Laos-China Year 2019, Vientiane Times is publishing a series of feature articles and images promoting the two countries’ cooperation in attracting more tourists, especially Chinese, to experience the nature, culture, history and hospitality of Laos, Jewel of the Mekong.

If you’re visiting Oudomxay province in the northwest of Laos, be sure to go to Vat Pha Chao Singkham temple in La district and pray before its sacred Buddha image.
The temple is the main cultural icon of La district and houses the Pha Chao Singkham Buddha image, which is considered to be sacred. .

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Pakxong strawberry farm has tasty treats in store

Pakxong district in Champassak is one of the few places in Laos that has a temperate climate. The relatively high altitude means the area is suitable for growing a wide range of crops that thrive in cooler weather.
Most of the crops cultivated are of superior quality and have a niche market, especially the coffee, which is arguably Laos’ most well-known export.

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Jinning, home to Confucius and now a tourist draw

Jinning – a legendary 7,000-year-old city in China – which was home to renowned thinkers Confucius and Mencius – is also abundant in natural beauty.

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Buddha Park gets a facelift for Laos-China tourism year

Since the government announced 2019 as Visit Laos-China Year, many businesses have taken steps to ensure they will

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Jeep jungle tour a highlight of Mystic Mountain stay 

To some, driving a convertible sports car with the roof down is the height of excitement but it doesn’t really compare to what I experienced

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Vietnam: a dream holiday destination

Vietnam is a dream destination for many tourists because of the rich culture of its ethnic groups and its captivating historical sites.
Today, Vietnam not only attracts tourists from around the world but also from the member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), including Laos.
Twenty Lao media personnel travelled to Vietnam earlier this month to visit tourist attractions in various provinces and learn about Vietnam’s heritage.

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