Part of the Mekong Delta, Laos is renowned for its mountainous terrain, and its mixture of French colonial architecture and strong Buddhist traditions and monasteries. A little more off-the-beaten track, Laos nonetheless has much to offer: underground river caves, white-water rapids and jungle ziplines for thrill-seekers, miles of pristine forests home to rare creatures for nature lovers to trek through, fabulous cuisine for foodies, and the world-heritage town of Luang Prabang, the famous Plain of Jars and ancient ruins of the Wat Phou complex are enough to whet the appetite of any culture vulture or history buff!
Kuang Si Waterfalls
Not too far from Luang Prabang, you can marvel at the stunning Kuang Si Waterfalls...or even go for a refreshing swim beneath them!
Wat Phu
They may be crumbling, but these nonetheless magnificent ruins were built by the Khmer Hindus on a mountain top - before they established their empire at their new capital of Angkor Wat. From Wat Phu you can admire breath-taking views across the Mekong valley.
Pak Ou Caves
Take a speedboat from Luang Prabang to make sure that you do not miss out on the fascinating caves filled with hundreds of Buddha images which have been left by worshippers over the centuries
Vientiane
A curious mixture of French colonialism and Buddhism, Laos' laid-back capital is characterised by wide, tree-lined boulevards dotted with notable shrines. The 16th century Pha That Luang is its most remarkable stupa, and a national icon which is not to be missed
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