Laos
Vientiane
- the capitol of Laos, on the Mekong river.
Pha
That Luang - Most important monument in Laos.
Vang
Vieng. Several hours north of Vientiane by bus. Small touristy town, surrounded
by 'Karst' formation limestone mountains.
UXO
- Unexploded ordnance. Leftover from the American bombing and common in some
parts of Laos. Here used as bridge pylons.
Vang
Vieng country side.
Vang
Vieng country side.
Vang
Vieng had the best bicycles that I was able to find in Asia. I rented this one
several times.
Vang
Vieng country side.
Vang
Vieng country side.
Vang
Vieng country side.
View
from the hotel.
Vang
Vieng country side.
Vang
Vieng country side.
Vang
Vieng country side.
Vang
Vieng country side.
Vang
Vieng country side.
All
of the limestone mountains have extensive caves. Some have been partially explored
and have trails to the entrances. There is usually a small entrance fee and
lights are available to rent.
Vang
Vieng country side.
Vang
Vieng country side.