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Things to See in Laos

Monument/Building Wat Phu
(Vat Phou). A c. 12th century Hindu temple built in the days of the Khmer Empire in the style of Angkor. The temple is still in use as a Buddhist site. The park is only open during certain hours.
in Champasak
Monument/Building Savannakhet Tourist Office
(off of Khantabuli Road, before the Post Office) a must visit for those wishing to see the city/area. The office offers many different local walking tours as well as a wide variety of eco tours. They also have a comprehensive free map of the city (extremely impo... more
in Savannakhet
 
Monument/Building That Ing Hang Stupa
This 16th century stupa is one of the most revered in the country of Laos. Each year in February, many Buddhists travel to this holy site for an annual festival. It is located 13 km north-east of Savannakhet. Tuk Tuk ride should cost 70,000 kip for a round-trip.... more
in Savannakhet
Monument/Building Wat Saiyaphum
a 15th century temple, now serving as both temple and high school for novice monks of Savannakhet.
in Savannakhet
 
Museum Dinosaur museum
a small museum with skeletons, bones and fossils of ancient beings that lived in Savannakhet in ancient times.
in Savannakhet
Exhibition Historic Downtown Exhibition
A private exhibition about history of the downtown area at the second floor of Lin's Cafe, built in 1930s.
free, in Savannakhet
 
Nature/Wildlife Bear Rescue Center
— Located adjacent to the way to the Kuang Si Waterfalls, the Bear Rescue Center has a enclosure for endangered Asiatic Black Bears that have been rescued from poachers. There was also an Indo-Chinese tiger, but sadl... more
Included in the entry to Kuang Si Waterfalls, in Luang Prabang
Museum Haw Kham
— The former royal palace and now serves as a museum. There's also sometimes local drama or dance performances in the adjacent theatre. Presently under renovation so closed to public review. Also Haw Kham visitation ... more
in Luang Prabang
 
Waterfall Kuang Si Falls
A large multi-stage waterfall located 29 km south of Luang Prabang. There are multiple pools at different levels, all of which are reportedly safe to bathe in, and are extremely picturesque. It is worth putting a... more
in Luang Prabang
Nature/Wildlife Pak Ou Caves
— The famous "Buddha caves" are north of town on the Mekong and can be reached by road (approx 1 hr) or river boat (around 1.5 hrs). Alternatively, you can hire canoes and a guide for the day, which would a... more
in Luang Prabang
 
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