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Situated in the heart of French Indochina, Laos is one of the poorest and least
visited countries in the world. Its isolation from foreign influence offers travellers
an unparalleled glimpse of traditional Southeast Asian life. The Lao people are
known for their gentle polite nature and for their charming hospitality.
The capital Vientiane, located on a curve of the Mekong River, is interesting and
attractive with its old town, ancient temples and tree linear boulevards. To the
north, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the incredibly romantic Luang Prabang should
be considered a must see where there are many high river valleys along the Mekong
River and its major attributes. In the south the Angkor era temple of Wat Phu is
one of the jewels of the Mekong.
The hot season (March to May) is very dry. During this season, some rivers are harder
to navigate and boat journeys in remote places may not be accessible. Travellers
should take the Lao New Year (14th - 16th April) into account when planning a trip
as accommodation may be harder to find.The rainy season (June to October) whilst
the country at its most beautiful and lush can be difficult to get around in remote
places by road.
When to go?
The ideal time to visit Laos is the cool season between November and February. By
November, the rains are usually over, all rivers are navigable and roads are passable.
What to do?
The capital Vientiane, located on a curve of the Mekong River, is interesting and
attractive with its old town, ancient temples and tree linear boulevards. To the
north, Luang Prabang offers chances for light trekking tours to surrounding rivers
and hills (i.e. Mount Phousi, Kuang Si Waterfalls). In the south the Angkor era
temple of Wat Phu is one of the jewels of the Mekong. For adventurers, tours off
beaten track to remote areas and villages including mountainous Luang Namtha or
the Bolaven Plateau in Champassak.
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