Regions in Laos

The beautiful ancient city of Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World heritage site, is the former royal capital of Laos. A serene city, perched on the banks of the Mekong River, it is a fascinating fusion of French and Asian influences, where Buddhist temples stand side by side with grandiose French-colonial architecture.

After snaking down the south-eastern border of Laos, the Mekong River ventures into the southernmost part of the country, where traditional agricultural communities cultivate the rich, fertile land that stretches far into the distance.

While in Vientiane, be sure to see the beautiful gold-covered stupas of the Pha That Luang temple, fill up on delicious Laotian food at the steaming noodle stalls and watch the sun set over the Mekong.