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The Ants and The Secret War (part 1)

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December 16th 2006
Ah.....Vientiane. A glass of Lao-Lao, a stick of grilled squid, and sunset over the Mekong River. Later we will enjoy fine French food and a much needed glass of red wine. Life is good here in the Lao Capitol, and we have definetly earned a little pampering, especially after a physically and emotionally exhausting trip to the northwestern provinces. After Vang Vieng, this beautiful country cou ... read more

Asia » Laos » West » Vientiane

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Laos was under the control of Siam (Thailand) from the late 18th century until the late 19th century when it became part of French Indochina. The Franco-Siamese Treaty of 1907 defined the current Lao border with Thailand. In 1975, the Communist Pathe... ... read more